Millcombe

Settlement in Devon South Hams

England

Millcombe

Field near Broadley Farm A track leaves the lane between Bow and Pruston Barton to run past a tree and down into the valley of a tributary of the Gara. All very dry during the drought.
Field near Broadley Farm Credit: Derek Harper

Millcombe is a small picturesque village located in the county of Devon, in the southwest of England. Situated in the heart of Exmoor National Park, it is renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere. The village is nestled within rolling hills, with a stunning coastline just a short drive away.

With a population of around 200 residents, Millcombe offers a tight-knit community that prides itself on its friendly and welcoming nature. The village is characterized by its traditional thatched-roof cottages, which add to its quaint charm and rustic appeal. The village center features a small collection of amenities, including a local pub, a village hall, and a post office, providing essential services to both residents and visitors.

Nature lovers flock to Millcombe for its stunning surroundings. The village is surrounded by lush meadows, ancient woodlands, and crystal-clear streams, making it an ideal destination for hikers, cyclists, and wildlife enthusiasts. The nearby Exmoor National Park offers endless opportunities for outdoor activities, including hiking trails that lead to breathtaking viewpoints and hidden waterfalls.

For those seeking a peaceful getaway, Millcombe offers a range of charming accommodation options, from cozy bed and breakfasts to self-catering cottages. Visitors can immerse themselves in the tranquility and natural beauty of the village, enjoying the peacefulness of the countryside and the serenity of the nearby coastline.

Overall, Millcombe, Devon, is a hidden gem that offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, community spirit, and rural charm, making it an idyllic destination for those seeking a peaceful and authentic English countryside experience.

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Millcombe Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.336398/-3.6838132 or Grid Reference SX8049. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Field near Broadley Farm A track leaves the lane between Bow and Pruston Barton to run past a tree and down into the valley of a tributary of the Gara. All very dry during the drought.
Field near Broadley Farm
A track leaves the lane between Bow and Pruston Barton to run past a tree and down into the valley of a tributary of the Gara. All very dry during the drought.
Lane near Pruston Barton Looking right from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7269513">SX8149 : Field near Broadley Farm</a> up the lane from Bow.
Lane near Pruston Barton
Looking right from SX8149 : Field near Broadley Farm up the lane from Bow.
Lane to Bow Looking left from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7269513">SX8149 : Field near Broadley Farm</a> and therefore in the opposite direction to <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7273889">SX8149 : Lane near Pruston Barton</a>.
Lane to Bow
Looking left from SX8149 : Field near Broadley Farm and therefore in the opposite direction to SX8149 : Lane near Pruston Barton.
Lane from Millcombe Very close to The Gara on the right, and just crossing one of its many small tribuatries, this lane to Pasture Cross carries NCN28.
Lane from Millcombe
Very close to The Gara on the right, and just crossing one of its many small tribuatries, this lane to Pasture Cross carries NCN28.
Field near Pasture Farm Five years after <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5434376">SX7849 : Field near Pasture Farm</a>, and during the drought of 2022, hence the contrast in colours.
Field near Pasture Farm
Five years after SX7849 : Field near Pasture Farm, and during the drought of 2022, hence the contrast in colours.
Field west of Millcombe Seen from the lane shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1323743">SX7949 : Lane to Millcombe</a>. The trees on the left are alongside a tributary of The Gara.
Field west of Millcombe
Seen from the lane shown in SX7949 : Lane to Millcombe. The trees on the left are alongside a tributary of The Gara.
Lane to Millcombe Looking right from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7273915">SX7949 : Field west of Millcombe</a>, along the lane shown at <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SX7949?centi=SX799498&nl=1" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SX7949?centi=SX799498&nl=1">Link</a> .
Lane to Millcombe
Looking right from SX7949 : Field west of Millcombe, along the lane shown at Link .
Field west of Seccombe Farm From the lane between Millcombe and Pasture Cross. A small triangular wood adjoins the field.
Field west of Seccombe Farm
From the lane between Millcombe and Pasture Cross. A small triangular wood adjoins the field.
Field west of Seccombe Farm The field east of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7274267">SX7849 : Field west of Seccombe Farm</a>, with the same triangular wood now on the left, and a good view to the masts at Stanborough.
Field west of Seccombe Farm
The field east of SX7849 : Field west of Seccombe Farm, with the same triangular wood now on the left, and a good view to the masts at Stanborough.
Field west of Larcombe Farm On the other side of the lane from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7274267">SX7849 : Field west of Seccombe Farm</a> and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7274290">SX7849 : Field west of Seccombe Farm</a>.
Field west of Larcombe Farm
Blackawton: near Millcombe A drive doubling as a public footpath runs from/to Washwalk in the Gara valley
Blackawton: near Millcombe
A drive doubling as a public footpath runs from/to Washwalk in the Gara valley
Track to Wallaton Barn Taken from the lane between Slapton and Halwell.
Track to Wallaton Barn
Taken from the lane between Slapton and Halwell.
Harvesting in the South Hams Glimpsed from the lane between Slapton and Halwell, south of Pasture Cross.
Harvesting in the South Hams
Glimpsed from the lane between Slapton and Halwell, south of Pasture Cross.
Pasture Cross Lane junction in heart of the South Hams.
Pasture Cross
Lane junction in heart of the South Hams.
Gara valley below Woodford Interlocking spurs partly obscured by trees as the Gara valley heads away from the camera. Taken from the stretch of lane between Woodford and Hutcherleigh Turn.
Gara valley below Woodford
Interlocking spurs partly obscured by trees as the Gara valley heads away from the camera. Taken from the stretch of lane between Woodford and Hutcherleigh Turn.
Wood Farm A farm with converted outbuildings in a tributary valley of the Gara, close to Woodford. On the right is Higher Wood Farm. Seen from the footpath between Woodford and Bowden that climbs the ridge between this valley and the Gara.
Wood Farm
A farm with converted outbuildings in a tributary valley of the Gara, close to Woodford. On the right is Higher Wood Farm. Seen from the footpath between Woodford and Bowden that climbs the ridge between this valley and the Gara.
Gara valley below Woodford Similar to <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/210428">SX7950 : Gara valley below Woodford</a>, but covering the area slightly upstream, with the morning sun (7:49) catching the terracettes on the fields opposite.
Gara valley below Woodford
Similar to SX7950 : Gara valley below Woodford, but covering the area slightly upstream, with the morning sun (7:49) catching the terracettes on the fields opposite.
Woodford A hamlet on the Gara west of Blackawton.
Woodford
A hamlet on the Gara west of Blackawton.
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Millcombe is located at Grid Ref: SX8049 (Lat: 50.336398, Lng: -3.6838132)

Administrative County: Devon

District: South Hams

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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Located within 500m of 50.336398,-3.6838132
Millcombe
Place: hamlet
Source: OS_OpenData_StreetView
Lat/Long: 50.3362823/-3.6844564
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 50.3362473/-3.6836292
Ford: yes
Lat/Long: 50.3369974/-3.6854249
Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Brand Wikipedia: en:Royal Mail
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:30; Sa 11:00; Su off
Drive Through: no
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Mounting: wall
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: TQ9 115
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Source: survey;streetlevel imagery;aerial imagery
Lat/Long: 50.3363706/-3.6836698
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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