Waddeton

Settlement in Devon South Hams

England

Waddeton

Waddeton is a small village located in the county of Devon, in southwestern England. Situated on the banks of the River Dart, it is part of the South Hams district. The village is surrounded by picturesque countryside, with rolling hills and lush green fields providing a scenic backdrop.

Waddeton is a quiet and peaceful village, with a population of just over 200 residents. It is known for its quaint charm and traditional English character. The village features a cluster of stone houses, many of which date back several centuries, giving it a sense of history and heritage.

The River Dart, which flows through the village, offers recreational opportunities for both residents and visitors alike. Boating, fishing, and swimming are popular activities in the area, with several boat rental and tour companies operating in the vicinity.

Nature lovers will find Waddeton to be a haven, as the village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is in close proximity to Dartmoor National Park. The park offers stunning landscapes, rugged moorland, and ample opportunities for hiking, cycling, and wildlife spotting.

Despite its small size, Waddeton is conveniently located near the town of Totnes, which is just a short drive away. Totnes provides a range of amenities, including shops, restaurants, and schools, ensuring that residents have easy access to essential services.

Overall, Waddeton is a charming village that offers a peaceful and idyllic lifestyle, making it an attractive place for those seeking a rural retreat in the heart of Devon.

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Waddeton Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.401108/-3.584368 or Grid Reference SX8756. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Waddeton Road

The lane to Pords Bridge spends a mere 180 metres in the square.

Derek Harper

Field by Waddeton Road

The field to the southeast of SX8556 : Field by Waddeton Road.

Derek Harper

Field by Waddeton Road

Looking left from SX8556 : Field by Waddeton Road, with trees along the boundary with the field shown in SX8556 : Field by Waddeton Road.

Derek Harper

Broadsands : Hookhills Viaduct by Brunel

More at SX8957 : Hookhills Viaduct.

Jim Osley

Broadsands : Hookhills Viaduct by Brunel

More at SX8957 : Hookhills Viaduct.

Jim Osley

Train at Churston station, 1977

Great Western Railway 4575 Class 2-6-2T number 4588 leaves Churston station with a train heading for Paignton. 100 of this class were built at Swindon between 1927-1929. 4588 is one of 11 which still survive. The Paignton to Kingswear line was officially closed by British Rail in October 1972, but was sold to the Dart Valley Light Railway Ltd in December 1972 and services were able to continue as the Torbay Steam Railway. When photographed in 1977, the line through the station was single track. The loop was reinstated in 1979.

Richard Sutcliffe

4588 at Churston

Great Western Railway 4575 Class 2-6-2T number 4588 goes under the road bridge at Churston station with a train heading for Paignton. 100 of this class were built at Swindon between 1927-1929. 4588 is one of 11 which still survive. The part of the bridge seen here (which carried the A379, Dartmouth Road over the railway) was originally over a double track. There was a smaller arch to the right which went over the single track branch line to Brixham. The whole bridge has been replaced by a modern and much wider concrete version since this photograph was taken in 1977.

Richard Sutcliffe

Braveheart on viaduct, Broadsands

Part of the stock of the Dartmouth Steam Railway, locomotive 75014 was built in December 1951 in Swindon Link

. Seen from near Churston Point, it is crossing the Broadsands Viaduct, shown in SX8957 : Viaduct above Broad Sands.

Derek Harper

Braveheart near Broadsands

A further view of locomotive 75014, shown in SX8957 : Braveheart on viaduct, Broadsands crossing the Broadsands Viaduct a little further northeast.

Derek Harper

Sandridge Point

Complete with a small boathouse.

Stephen Craven

Dittisham Sailing Club

Nestled among trees on the west bank of the river.

Stephen Craven

Paddocks outside Galmpton

Seen from a train on the Dartmouth Steam Railway.

Stephen Craven

Epic Centre, Torbay

Viewed over the car park on a Saturday morning. To quote from their website: 'EPIC is a modern purpose-built innovation centre dedicated to electronics and photonics companies. In addition to modern labs and offices, EPIC also has technical capability to support R&D, Design and New Product Development'.

Richard Dorrell

Premier Inn, Paignton South

Pictured here viewed over the car park to the neighbouring Epic centre (see SX8758 : Epic Centre, Torbay). The Premier Inn fronts onto Brixham Road. The cladding of the building has not weathered well, and in spite of being a relatively new structure, the exterior of the building is looking decidedly grubby.

Richard Dorrell

White Rock Beefeater restaurant

Located at the entrance to the White Rock Business Park, off Brixham Road, Paignton. The restaurant is immediately adjacent to the Paignton South Premier Inn.

Richard Dorrell

Brixham Road, Paignton

Pictured here from the central reservation of the A3022 road at the Goodrington Road junction. The buildings visible are the Premier Inn hotel, the Epic Centre and the Lidl supermarket.

Richard Dorrell

Looking into Devonshire Retail Park

Some very expensive-looking urban landscaping has been undertaken here. This view is over an intricate stone-paved walkway and steps from the dual-carriageway Brixham Road. Very few pedestrians will ever enter the retail park via this route.

Richard Dorrell

This'll save the planet

In a tiny corner of the recently opened Devonshire Retail Park, and adjacent to the dual-carriageway Brixham Road, you will (for now) find this 'wildlife hotel'. Maybe the location is so unlikely, the vandals will never find it. The information board pictured bravely claims: 'This ecological shelter will encourage biodiversity and will provide cover for wildlife essential for pollination, pest control and food for other creatures like birds, frogs and hedgehogs'.

Richard Dorrell

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Waddeton is located at Grid Ref: SX8756 (Lat: 50.401108, Lng: -3.584368)

Administrative County: Devon

District: South Hams

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall