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Milton Coombe

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Milton Coombe

Buckland Abbey Estate
Buckland Abbey Estate Credit: Mark Percy

Milton Coombe is a small village located in the county of Devon, in the southwest of England. Situated on the edge of Dartmoor National Park, the village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and rolling hills, making it an ideal location for those who enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking and cycling.

The village itself is made up of a mix of traditional stone cottages and more modern houses, giving it a charming and picturesque feel. There is a small primary school in the village, as well as a church and a village hall which hosts various community events throughout the year.

Despite its rural location, Milton Coombe is well connected to the nearby towns of Tavistock and Plymouth, both of which offer a range of amenities including shops, restaurants, and leisure facilities. The village is also within easy reach of the stunning South Devon coastline, with its sandy beaches and rugged cliffs.

Overall, Milton Coombe is a peaceful and idyllic village, perfect for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy the beauty of the Devon countryside.

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Milton Coombe Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.472176/-4.1315474 or Grid Reference SX4865. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Buckland Abbey Estate
Buckland Abbey Estate
Buckland Abbey gardens
Buckland Abbey gardens
Buckland Abbey Buckland Abbey is a Grade I listed property near Yelverton. It is owned by the National Trust and noted for its connection with Sir Richard Grenville the Younger and Sir Francis Drake. The Abbey was founded as a Cistercian abbey in 1278 by Amicia, Countess of Devon and was a daughter house of Quarr Abbey, on the Isle of Wight. It was one of the last Cistercian houses founded in England and also the most westerly.
Buckland Abbey
Buckland Abbey is a Grade I listed property near Yelverton. It is owned by the National Trust and noted for its connection with Sir Richard Grenville the Younger and Sir Francis Drake. The Abbey was founded as a Cistercian abbey in 1278 by Amicia, Countess of Devon and was a daughter house of Quarr Abbey, on the Isle of Wight. It was one of the last Cistercian houses founded in England and also the most westerly.
Footpath to North Lodge Buckland Abbey A National Trust Property.
Footpath to North Lodge Buckland Abbey
A National Trust Property.
Heading for the cafe The photographer's wife and friends head for the cafe at Buckland Abbey. Cake or history ? Today cake wins.
Heading for the cafe
The photographer's wife and friends head for the cafe at Buckland Abbey. Cake or history ? Today cake wins.
Wild gardens Some of the gardens at Buckland Abbey have reverted back to nature.
Wild gardens
Some of the gardens at Buckland Abbey have reverted back to nature.
Farmland above the Tavy valley Farmland above Maristow and the Tavy valley.
Farmland above the Tavy valley
Farmland above Maristow and the Tavy valley.
View to the Tavy valley View to the Tavy valley from above Maristow.
View to the Tavy valley
View to the Tavy valley from above Maristow.
Farmland south of Common Lane A bare field entrance to a field off Common Lane.
Farmland south of Common Lane
A bare field entrance to a field off Common Lane.
View over the Bickham Estate
View over the Bickham Estate
Grassland in the Tavy valley Grassland in the Tavy valley near Buckland Abbey.
Grassland in the Tavy valley
Grassland in the Tavy valley near Buckland Abbey.
Buckland Abbey Originally a Cistercian monastery dating from the 13th century, after the monastery was dissolved it became the home of Sir Francis Drake. Today it is owned by the National Trust.
Buckland Abbey
Originally a Cistercian monastery dating from the 13th century, after the monastery was dissolved it became the home of Sir Francis Drake. Today it is owned by the National Trust.
Buckland Abbey Originally a Cistercian monastery dating from the 13th century, after the monastery was dissolved it became the home of Sir Francis Drake. Today it is owned by the National Trust.
Buckland Abbey
Originally a Cistercian monastery dating from the 13th century, after the monastery was dissolved it became the home of Sir Francis Drake. Today it is owned by the National Trust.
Buckland Abbey Originally a Cistercian monastery dating from the 13th century, after the monastery was dissolved it became the home of Sir Francis Drake. Today it is owned by the National Trust.
Buckland Abbey
Originally a Cistercian monastery dating from the 13th century, after the monastery was dissolved it became the home of Sir Francis Drake. Today it is owned by the National Trust.
Buckland Abbey Originally a Cistercian monastery dating from the 13th century, after the monastery was dissolved it became the home of Sir Francis Drake. Today it is owned by the National Trust.
Buckland Abbey
Originally a Cistercian monastery dating from the 13th century, after the monastery was dissolved it became the home of Sir Francis Drake. Today it is owned by the National Trust.
Stairwell in Buckland Abbey View up a stairwell in Buckland Abbey.
Stairwell in Buckland Abbey
View up a stairwell in Buckland Abbey.
Drive of Common Lane Drive to a dwelling off Common Lane.
Drive of Common Lane
Drive to a dwelling off Common Lane.
Milton Combe Milton Combe lies at the bottom of a very steep-sided valley not far from Buckland Abbey. At the centre of the village is a 16C pub called the "Who'd Have Thought It". It would be interesting to find out how it got its name. The cottages around the pub are mostly painted white.
Milton Combe
Milton Combe lies at the bottom of a very steep-sided valley not far from Buckland Abbey. At the centre of the village is a 16C pub called the "Who'd Have Thought It". It would be interesting to find out how it got its name. The cottages around the pub are mostly painted white.
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Milton Coombe is located at Grid Ref: SX4865 (Lat: 50.472176, Lng: -4.1315474)

Administrative County: Devon

District: West Devon

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

Also known as: Milton Combe

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