A beautiful, green part of Devon, Newton Abbot is perfectly positioned just a short drive from the picturesque South Devon coastline. Likewise, just a few miles inland you have the heart of Dartmoor National Park to explore.
Situated on the leafy outskirts of the bustling market town of Newton Abbot, Church Walk is ideally placed for commuting, and for easy access to leisure facilities and amenities. Less than a mile away from our new homes in Newton Abbot in the town centre you’ll find a selection of supermarkets including an ASDA Superstore, Sainsburys Local, and Iceland Foods. Newton Abbot also has a rich and diverse range of High street shops located in the Market Walk Shopping Centre and a department store. Eating and drinking out is also not a problem here, with a wide selection of pubs, wine bars, and restaurants.
The renowned Newton Abbot racecourse is located just over a mile from Market Walk. As one of the UK’s leading summer jumping racecourse, a day at the races is a delight for all the members of the family.
What’s close to Newton Abbot?
The scenic Dartmoor countryside is located just over 5 miles from home via the A382 and Devon Expressway, and home to the pretty villages of Bovey Tracey, Ashburton, and Buckfastleigh – all located en route. These charming destinations are steeped in history with plenty to offer in terms of shopping, cafes and country walks.
With the impressive backdrop of Haytor Rocks, Bovey Tracey is the perfect starting location before a day exploring Dartmoor. Here, you and your family can get involved in a wide range of outdoor adrenaline sports such as climbing and canoeing, and of course, walking! Bovey Tracey town is picturesque and peaceful and offers plenty of small eateries to replenish after a busy day. If you’re searching for creativity, The Guilds, in the converted Riverside Mill provides the opportunity for you to watch craftsmen and women create a range of arts and textiles.
For trips slightly further from home, the historic city of Exeter is located approximately 17 miles away from Church Walk and has an abundance of history, culture, and eateries. For history buffs, Exeter Cathedral is one of Exeter’s most popular indoor attractions.
Local Schools & Education
There is an incredibly good choice of Ofsted rated schools close to our new homes in Newton Abbot. For very young children, Wolborough Church of England (Aided) Nursery and Primary School is Ofsted rated ‘Good’ and is located just over 1 mile from home. Likewise, Decoy Community Primary School is also Ofsted rated ‘Good’ and Canada Hill Community Primary School is Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding’ – both under three miles from Church Walk.
For Secondary level education, Coombeshead Academy is rated ‘Outstanding’ and is located less than a mile from home. For those looking for higher education, Newton Abbot College is rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted and is also less than a mile away from Church Walk.
Transport & Travel
For commuters, getting around the area from Church Walk is simple with the A382 on your doorstep. You can reach nearby cities such as Exeter in less than 30 minutes, and Plymouth in less than 45 minutes. The M5 is also easily accessed in 20 minutes from home and will connect you to the South West motorway network.For commuters, getting around the area from Church Walk is simple with the A382 on your doorstep.
Train travel is also simple, with Newton Abbott train station located just 5 minutes’ drive from Church Walk. From there, regular services run to Plymouth (38 minutes), Exmouth (approximately 1 hour 10), London Paddington (approximately 2 hours 40), Penzance (2 hours 45), and Exeter St David’s (approximately 30 minutes).
Exeter Airport is conveniently located just 30 minutes’ drive away and provides a good range of domestic and overseas flights.
