Foxhole

Settlement in Devon Torridge

England

Foxhole

Middle Quoditch Devon Cottage Small Devon hamlet on the road towards Hallwil
Middle Quoditch Devon Cottage Credit: roger geach

Foxhole is a small village located in the county of Devon, England. Situated in the southwestern region of the country, it lies within the civil parish of St. Austell Bay and is approximately 5 miles east of the town of St. Austell. The village is nestled amidst picturesque countryside, with rolling hills, lush green fields, and scattered residential properties.

Foxhole has a population of around 1,500 residents, making it a close-knit community. The village itself boasts a range of amenities, including a primary school, a post office, a convenience store, and a few local businesses. The residents of Foxhole primarily work in the nearby towns of St. Austell and Bodmin, while some are engaged in agriculture and other rural industries.

The village is well-connected to other areas through a network of roads, with the A391 passing through the vicinity, providing easy access to surrounding towns and cities. Additionally, the proximity to the coast allows residents to enjoy the beautiful beaches and coastal attractions of Cornwall.

The charm of Foxhole lies in its tranquil and idyllic setting, offering a peaceful retreat away from the hustle and bustle of city life. The stunning natural landscapes, combined with a strong sense of community, make Foxhole an attractive place to live for those seeking a quiet and picturesque countryside lifestyle in Devon.

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Foxhole Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.751235/-4.2446049 or Grid Reference SX4197. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Middle Quoditch Devon Cottage Small Devon hamlet on the road towards Hallwil
Middle Quoditch Devon Cottage
Small Devon hamlet on the road towards Hallwil
Quoditch
Quoditch
Quoditch Moor signpost
Quoditch Moor signpost
Postbox at Quoditch Moor Rural Mailbox
Postbox at Quoditch Moor
Rural Mailbox
Turning for Foxhole
Turning for Foxhole
Turning for Beckett
Turning for Beckett
Road alongside Thorn Barrow
Road alongside Thorn Barrow
View from Stowford There's a glimpse of the lake shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/488313">SX4398 : Near Rectory</a> left of centre. Beyond is the prominent listed House.
View from Stowford
There's a glimpse of the lake shown in SX4398 : Near Rectory left of centre. Beyond is the prominent listed House.
Approaching Stowford The lane up from Halwill Mill approaches the farming hamlet.
Approaching Stowford
The lane up from Halwill Mill approaches the farming hamlet.
Lane to Halwill Mill Bending down to cross a tributary of the River Carey just past <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/468987">SX4298 : Stowford Baptist Chapel</a>.
Lane to Halwill Mill
Bending down to cross a tributary of the River Carey just past SX4298 : Stowford Baptist Chapel.
Lane to Halwill Mill <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4865644">SX4298 : Lane to Halwill Mill</a> was taken further down this lane, which is descending into the Carey valley.
Lane to Halwill Mill
SX4298 : Lane to Halwill Mill was taken further down this lane, which is descending into the Carey valley.
Approaching Halwill Mill Taken beside <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/468987">SX4298 : Stowford Baptist Chapel</a>, looking down the lane to where it crosses a tributary of the River Carey. Halwill Mill and the Mill House are on different sides of the lane on the other side.
Approaching Halwill Mill
Taken beside SX4298 : Stowford Baptist Chapel, looking down the lane to where it crosses a tributary of the River Carey. Halwill Mill and the Mill House are on different sides of the lane on the other side.
Quoditchmoor Plantations The scene at a crossroads of rides in this large area of accessible woodland. On the left is a turning circle.
Quoditchmoor Plantations
The scene at a crossroads of rides in this large area of accessible woodland. On the left is a turning circle.
Entrance to Quoditchmoor Plantations See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/468718">SX4098 : Quoditchmoor Plantations</a>. This is a track leading off the lane near Quoditch Cross.
Entrance to Quoditchmoor Plantations
See also SX4098 : Quoditchmoor Plantations. This is a track leading off the lane near Quoditch Cross.
Foxhole Bridge The lane from Foxhole to Landhill crosses a tiny tributary of the River Carey.
Foxhole Bridge
The lane from Foxhole to Landhill crosses a tiny tributary of the River Carey.
Lane near Foxhole The winding lane along the River Carey valley starts to straighten out as it leaves Foxhol and begins the climb to Witherdon.
Lane near Foxhole
The winding lane along the River Carey valley starts to straighten out as it leaves Foxhol and begins the climb to Witherdon.
Field near Foxhole The laneside edge of this field looks improved, but live.com suggests that, behind the trees, the majority of it is heathland. Seen from the lane climbing from Foxhole to Witherdon.
Field near Foxhole
The laneside edge of this field looks improved, but live.com suggests that, behind the trees, the majority of it is heathland. Seen from the lane climbing from Foxhole to Witherdon.
Road on Broadbury This road crosses the high ground of Broadbury, linking the A3079 with the A388. This stretch, which crosses the corner of this square as it approaches Witherdon Wood, was photographed near Greenacres Farm.
Road on Broadbury
This road crosses the high ground of Broadbury, linking the A3079 with the A388. This stretch, which crosses the corner of this square as it approaches Witherdon Wood, was photographed near Greenacres Farm.
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Foxhole is located at Grid Ref: SX4197 (Lat: 50.751235, Lng: -4.2446049)

Administrative County: Devon

District: Torridge

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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Foxhole
Is In: Devon, England, UK
Place: hamlet
Lat/Long: 50.7506935/-4.2442037
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