East Worlington

Civil Parish in Devon North Devon

England

East Worlington

Ford near Cheldon This ford is situated on the road between Cheldon and West Worlington.
Ford near Cheldon Credit: Philip Halling

East Worlington is a civil parish located in the county of Devon, England. It is situated in the heart of rural Devon, approximately 10 miles north of the town of Crediton and 15 miles south of the city of Barnstaple. The parish covers an area of around 5 square miles and is surrounded by picturesque countryside, with rolling hills, farmland, and small woodlands.

The village of East Worlington itself is a small and close-knit community, with a population of around 200 people. It is known for its quaint and traditional charm, with many of its buildings dating back several centuries. The centerpiece of the village is the St. Mary's Church, a Grade II listed building that dates back to the 15th century.

Despite its small size, East Worlington has a strong sense of community, with various social and recreational activities taking place throughout the year. The village hall serves as a hub for these activities, hosting events such as coffee mornings, craft fairs, and community meetings.

The surrounding countryside offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities, including hiking, cycling, and horseback riding. The area is also home to several farms, producing locally sourced food and drink.

Overall, East Worlington is a peaceful and idyllic rural parish, offering a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Its friendly community and beautiful natural surroundings make it an attractive place to live or visit.

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East Worlington Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.915815/-3.756982 or Grid Reference SS7614. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ford near Cheldon This ford is situated on the road between Cheldon and West Worlington.
Ford near Cheldon
This ford is situated on the road between Cheldon and West Worlington.
Affeton Castle, Affeton Barton This castle appears to be a private home.
Affeton Castle, Affeton Barton
This castle appears to be a private home.
West Worlington church The church is dedicated to St Mary.
West Worlington church
The church is dedicated to St Mary.
Church Cottage, West Worlington This thatched cottage is unusual in that a passageway through it gives access to the church and churchyard.
Church Cottage, West Worlington
This thatched cottage is unusual in that a passageway through it gives access to the church and churchyard.
Cottage and phone box This cottage and phone box are situated on the road between West and East Worlington.
Cottage and phone box
This cottage and phone box are situated on the road between West and East Worlington.
East Worlington church St Mary the Virgin church, East Worlington.
East Worlington church
St Mary the Virgin church, East Worlington.
Lane through Drayford Drayford is a small hamlet in the Little Dart River valley. The bridge over the river can be seen in this picture.
Lane through Drayford
Drayford is a small hamlet in the Little Dart River valley. The bridge over the river can be seen in this picture.
Rull Farm, near West Worlington
Rull Farm, near West Worlington
East Worlington: approaching Drayford Looking south-south-east on the lane from Thornham Chapel Cross
East Worlington: approaching Drayford
Looking south-south-east on the lane from Thornham Chapel Cross
East Worlington: Thornham Chapel At Thornham Chapel Cross, with its own graveyard. Looking west-south-west
East Worlington: Thornham Chapel
At Thornham Chapel Cross, with its own graveyard. Looking west-south-west
East Worlington: Long Stone A standing stone north west from Stone Farm. Looking west-north-west
East Worlington: Long Stone
A standing stone north west from Stone Farm. Looking west-north-west
East Worlington: footpath The path runs by fields to Rackleigh. Looking west-south-west by ‘The Smithy’ – the building on the right with solar panels on the roof
East Worlington: footpath
The path runs by fields to Rackleigh. Looking west-south-west by ‘The Smithy’ – the building on the right with solar panels on the roof
East Worlington: near West Lutworthy Looking south west
East Worlington: near West Lutworthy
Looking south west
East Worlington: by Affeton Moor Cross Looking west on Affeton Moor. The signpost here has the spelling ‘Aferton’
East Worlington: by Affeton Moor Cross
Looking west on Affeton Moor. The signpost here has the spelling ‘Aferton’
East Worlington: West Worlington church spire The crooked spire of St Mary’s church, looking south-south-east. The village is clustered in the Little Dart valley
East Worlington: West Worlington church spire
The crooked spire of St Mary’s church, looking south-south-east. The village is clustered in the Little Dart valley
East Worlington: near Cuddenhay Moor A farm access track, looking east-north-east
East Worlington: near Cuddenhay Moor
A farm access track, looking east-north-east
East Worlington: by Affeton Moor On the edge of the moor, near Affeton Moor Cross. Looking west
East Worlington: by Affeton Moor
On the edge of the moor, near Affeton Moor Cross. Looking west
East Worlington: by Yelland Moor Looking south. The bridleway on the right leads to Affeton Castle and Affeton Barton. The lane, left, runs to Affeton Moor Cross
East Worlington: by Yelland Moor
Looking south. The bridleway on the right leads to Affeton Castle and Affeton Barton. The lane, left, runs to Affeton Moor Cross
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East Worlington is located at Grid Ref: SS7614 (Lat: 50.915815, Lng: -3.756982)

Administrative County: Devon

District: North Devon

Police Authority: Devon & Cornwall

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