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Blackmoor Gate

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Blackmoor Gate

Challacombe: by Friendship Farm Junction of the B3358 Simonsbath road with the A399 South Molton - Combe Martin road. Looking west
Challacombe: by Friendship Farm Credit: Martin Bodman

Blackmoor Gate is a small village located in the county of Devon, England. Situated on the southern edge of Exmoor National Park, it lies approximately 7 miles northeast of the town of Barnstaple. The village is nestled amidst picturesque rolling hills and lush countryside, offering visitors and residents a tranquil and idyllic setting.

Historically, Blackmoor Gate was a bustling coaching stop along the route between Barnstaple and South Molton. Today, it retains its charm with several historic buildings, including a 17th-century coaching inn that has been converted into a popular pub and restaurant.

Although small in size, the village offers a range of amenities for its residents, including a primary school, a village hall, and a few local shops. The surrounding area is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, with various walking and cycling trails that showcase the natural beauty of the region.

Blackmoor Gate also serves as a gateway to Exmoor National Park, one of the UK's designated Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The park offers visitors the opportunity to explore vast moorland, ancient woodlands, and dramatic coastline. Additionally, the nearby Tarr Steps, a prehistoric clapper bridge, is a popular tourist attraction.

With its charming rural atmosphere, beautiful surroundings, and close proximity to Exmoor National Park, Blackmoor Gate is a hidden gem for those seeking a peaceful and picturesque retreat in the heart of Devon.

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Challacombe: by Friendship Farm Junction of the B3358 Simonsbath road with the A399 South Molton - Combe Martin road. Looking west
Challacombe: by Friendship Farm
Junction of the B3358 Simonsbath road with the A399 South Molton - Combe Martin road. Looking west
Challacombe: by Westland Farm Looking west-south-west. Beyond the conifers is Wistlandpound Reservoir
Challacombe: by Westland Farm
Looking west-south-west. Beyond the conifers is Wistlandpound Reservoir
Parracombe: below Rowley Down On the bridleway to Brockenbarrow. Looking south
Parracombe: below Rowley Down
On the bridleway to Brockenbarrow. Looking south
Parracombe: at Rowley Gate The access lane to Rowley Barton. Looking west-north-west
Parracombe: at Rowley Gate
The access lane to Rowley Barton. Looking west-north-west
Kentisbury: Blackmoor Gate The Old Station House Inn. This was once a station on the Lynton & Barnstaple Railway which was closed before World War II. It is now a public house. Looking south-south-west
Kentisbury: Blackmoor Gate
The Old Station House Inn. This was once a station on the Lynton & Barnstaple Railway which was closed before World War II. It is now a public house. Looking south-south-west
Kentisbury: Bridwick Farm Seen from the A39 Trunk Road. Looking west-south-west. The Lynton & Barnstaple Railway once ran in the fields beyond the farm
Kentisbury: Bridwick Farm
Seen from the A39 Trunk Road. Looking west-south-west. The Lynton & Barnstaple Railway once ran in the fields beyond the farm
Kentisbury: the A39 approaching Porte Cross Looking west
Kentisbury: the A39 approaching Porte Cross
Looking west
Kentisbury: Kentisbury Grange caravan park Looking east
Kentisbury: Kentisbury Grange caravan park
Looking east
Minniemoor View Composite of three images looking easterly across the square from a gateway on Minniemoor Lane hence the tracks in the foreground. The A399 skirts around the hill (Kentisbury Down) to the left.
Minniemoor View
Composite of three images looking easterly across the square from a gateway on Minniemoor Lane hence the tracks in the foreground. The A399 skirts around the hill (Kentisbury Down) to the left.
Electric Gate? On the lane from Lower East Middleton to Higher Cowley, this bridge is over a stream on Stunhill Farm, the name is carved on the gate. I don't think the gate is electrified but warns of a fence beyond!
Electric Gate?
On the lane from Lower East Middleton to Higher Cowley, this bridge is over a stream on Stunhill Farm, the name is carved on the gate. I don't think the gate is electrified but warns of a fence beyond!
Buttresses Unusual construction for a bridge over a narrow stream. These buttresses on the south side of the bridge (never thought to compare the other side!) do not appear to be one slab of stone. What is their function? Perhaps prevent total blockage of stream as is evident by debris collecting in central channel
Buttresses
Unusual construction for a bridge over a narrow stream. These buttresses on the south side of the bridge (never thought to compare the other side!) do not appear to be one slab of stone. What is their function? Perhaps prevent total blockage of stream as is evident by debris collecting in central channel
Bridge Travelling west on the lane from Lower East Middleton to Higher Cowley another little bridge which is adjacent to Cowley Wood.
Bridge
Travelling west on the lane from Lower East Middleton to Higher Cowley another little bridge which is adjacent to Cowley Wood.
Farm road off Down Lane Farm road off Down Lane
Farm road off Down Lane
Farm road off Down Lane
Wind pump above Down Lane Wind pump above Down Lane
Wind pump above Down Lane
Wind pump above Down Lane
The Old Station House Inn at Blackmore Gate The Old Station House Inn was originally one of the main stations on the Lynton-Barnstaple Railway.
The Old Station House Inn at Blackmore Gate
The Old Station House Inn was originally one of the main stations on the Lynton-Barnstaple Railway.
Commemorative Bench at Wistlandpound This bench overlooks Wistlandpound Reservoir. The footpath in the background is, I believe, the trackbed of the old Lynton and Barnstaple Railway, which was closed in 1935. The carving on the bench depicts the railway line, with Barnstaple, Chelfham, Blackmoor, Woody Bay and Lynton inscribed along the line. These were the principal stations along the route. There is an ongoing project to re-open part, if not all, of the line again. Trains now run regularly at Woody Bay. See the railway's web-site at <span class="nowrap"><a title="www.lynton-rail.co.uk" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.lynton-rail.co.uk">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Commemorative Bench at Wistlandpound
This bench overlooks Wistlandpound Reservoir. The footpath in the background is, I believe, the trackbed of the old Lynton and Barnstaple Railway, which was closed in 1935. The carving on the bench depicts the railway line, with Barnstaple, Chelfham, Blackmoor, Woody Bay and Lynton inscribed along the line. These were the principal stations along the route. There is an ongoing project to re-open part, if not all, of the line again. Trains now run regularly at Woody Bay. See the railway's web-site at LinkExternal link
Wistlandpound Reservoir from the south bank Wistlandpound Reservoir. Completed in 1956, the earth embankment reservoir holds up to 1,550 megalitres (341 million gallons) and covers an area of 40 acres (160,000 m2). Situated close to Exmoor National Park, and managed jointly by The Forestry Commission and The South West Lakes Trust, Wistlandpound is a popular recreation area, with bird watching, trout fishing, as well as boating and nature walking among the most popular activities.
Wistlandpound Reservoir from the south bank
Wistlandpound Reservoir. Completed in 1956, the earth embankment reservoir holds up to 1,550 megalitres (341 million gallons) and covers an area of 40 acres (160,000 m2). Situated close to Exmoor National Park, and managed jointly by The Forestry Commission and The South West Lakes Trust, Wistlandpound is a popular recreation area, with bird watching, trout fishing, as well as boating and nature walking among the most popular activities.
Bird Hide at Wistlandpound Wistlandpound Reservoir gets a great many bird visitors throughout the year. This bird hide provides a good opportunity to see who's passing through.
Bird Hide at Wistlandpound
Wistlandpound Reservoir gets a great many bird visitors throughout the year. This bird hide provides a good opportunity to see who's passing through.
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Blackmoor Gate is located at Grid Ref: SS6443 (Lat: 51.171574, Lng: -3.937479)

Administrative County: Devon

District: North Devon

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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Addr City: Barnstaple
Addr Postcode: EX31 4NW
Food: yes
Wikidata: Q79837918
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Bus Stop
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Bus Stop
Bus: yes
Public Transport: platform
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Give Way
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Vending Machine
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