Pictures of Pinhoe
in the county of Devon
About Pinhoe
Pinhoe now fringes the urban sprawl of Exeter, but there was a time when it was a place standing alone with its own identity. Fortunately, despite the growth in housing the area has not lost its charm and still retains plenty of its former atmosphere. Perhaps this is largely due to its wide streets, and the fact that it still has some lovely buildings, its church, St. Michael's and All Angels is of particular interest and fully deserving of a visit. Built in the 15th century, the church sits in a slightly elevated position behind a quaint "thatched" lychgate. Inside visitors can expect to see a medieval oak screen, fine fan vaulting, exquisite window tracery, a magnificent, richly carved pulpit, and the wagon roof of the nave is supported on angels carved from oak. In the churchyard lying amongst graves from several centuries is a large cross on a 15th century base.
The area has a strong, thriving community, it has pubs, clubs and well attended associations, pleasant green spaces and some excellent hotels. On the fringe of Pinhoe, is the delightful Gypsy Hotel, with its far reaching views over lovely rolling Devonshire countryside.
Looking at the peaceful scene today, it is difficult to imagine that this once fertile landscape was the scene of bloody slaughter, but so it was. In 1001 AD, the Danes and Saxons fought a fierce battle here, this resulted in the Danes burning Pinhoe and its neighbouring villages.
There is plenty to do and see in Pinhoe, it therefore makes an excellent choice for a few day rest away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. At the same time it is pleasantly placed, allowing for ease of access to the Cathedral City of Exeter, to the coast and the many beautiful villages and market towns fro which this part of Devon is famous.
Planning a visit? Please see below for other recommended towns, attractions and recommended hotels nearby.
Distances and directions below are approximate. For true driving distances please visit the AA Route Planner
Recommended attractions near Pinhoe
| Northernhay Gardens | (2.8 miles, 4.4 km, direction SW) | Pictures |
| Exeter Cathedral | (2.9 miles, 4.7 km, direction SW) | Pictures |
| Killerton | (3.5 miles, 5.7 km, direction N) | Pictures |
| Powderham Castle | (6.7 miles, 10.8 km, direction S) | Pictures |
| A La Ronde | (7.2 miles, 11.5 km, direction S) | Pictures |
| Dawlish Warren | (9.8 miles, 15.7 km, direction S) | Pictures |
| Fairlynch Arts Centre & Museum | (10.0 miles, 16.1 km, direction SE) | Pictures |
| Grand Western Canal Country Park | (11.1 miles, 17.8 km, direction N) | Pictures |
| Tiverton Castle | (11.5 miles, 18.5 km, direction N) | Pictures |
| The Donkey Sanctuary | (12.7 miles, 20.4 km, direction E) | Pictures |
| Farway Country Park | (13.7 miles, 22.1 km, direction E) | Pictures |
| Blackbury Castle | (13.8 miles, 22.3 km, direction E) | Pictures |
| Stover Country Park & Nature Reserve | (14.9 miles, 24.0 km, direction SW) | Pictures |
| Castle Drogo | (15.1 miles, 24.4 km, direction W) | Pictures |
| Becky Falls | (15.7 miles, 25.3 km, direction SW) | Pictures |
All attractions in PinhoeAll attractions in DevonComplete A to Z of attractions in EnglandRecommended towns near Pinhoe
Exeter, in the county of Devon (3.3 miles, 5.3 km, direction SW)
Exeter is a bustling city in the heart of the county of Devon. It's mix of modern and functional with old and cultural makes for an interesting place to live, and to visit.
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Broadhembury, in the county of Devon (10.6 miles, 17.1 km, direction NE)
Broadhembury is an idyllic village which is an oasis of calm and beauty lying at the edge of the Blackdown Hills.
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Dawlish, in the county of Devon (11.0 miles, 17.7 km, direction S)
Dawlish is an attractive holiday resort on the Devon coast, it lies between the picturesque estuaries of both the River Exe and the River Teign.
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Drewsteignton, in the county of Devon (14.5 miles, 23.4 km, direction W)
This attractive village is one of the most beautifully laid out of all Devon villages with pretty cottages set around a fine village square.
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Zeal Monachorum, in the county of Devon (16.5 miles, 26.6 km, direction W)
Set amid the rolling agricultural heartland of Devon, Zeal Monachorum is the very epitome of the perfect, tranquil Devonian village.
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Chagford, in the county of Devon (17.0 miles, 27.4 km, direction W)
With haunting scenery, quaint cottages, pretty streets and alleyways Chagford has something for everyone.
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Seaton, in the county of Devon (17.6 miles, 28.3 km, direction E)
The town is mostly Victorian and Edwardian in character, you only have to cast your eyes above today's modern shop fronts to see handsome overhanging bay windows which belong firmly to another era.
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Dalwood, a Picturesque Village in the county of Devon (18.1 miles, 29.2 km, direction E)
Charming village in the Devonshire countryside with a wonderful old thatched pub serving excellent food and a fantastic church....
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Axmouth, in the county of Devon (18.3 miles, 29.5 km, direction E)
This quiet resort of colourwashed cottages sitting at the edge of the River Axe was once an important south Devon port.
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Babbacombe, in the county of Devon (18.4 miles, 29.6 km, direction S)
With its lovely Blue Flag beaches, pleasant gardens, pedrestrianised shopping areas, and friendly ambience, Babbacombe makes an enjoyable resort for a family holiday.
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Gidleigh, in the county of Devon (18.6 miles, 29.9 km, direction W)
The small wooded village of Gidleigh stands in superb wooded countryside at the heart of the Dartmoor National Park.
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Cockington, a Picturesque Village in the county of Devon (19.5 miles, 31.3 km, direction S)
This idyllic thatched village perfectly reflects the harmony and glory of a by-gone age, for here you can walk in ancient...
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Buckland in the Moor, in the county of Devon (20.2 miles, 32.6 km, direction SW)
This is one of Devon's "dream villages" with an attractive small church dating from the 13th century and a cluster of picturesque thickly thatched country cottages with the most "English" of country gardens.
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Axminster, a Historic Market Town in the county of Devon (20.9 miles, 33.7 km, direction E)
Famous for its carpets often likened to Turkish, Axminster was one of the first West Saxon settlements formed along the River Axe in Devon.
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Paignton, in the county of Devon (21.5 miles, 34.5 km, direction S)
This delightful seaside resort with its snug little harbour is a place where visitors can enjoy a holiday of endless hours of...
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All towns in DevonComplete A to Z of towns in EnglandNearby travel help
| Pinhoe Station | (0.2 miles, 0.3 km) |
| M5 Junction 29 | (0.9 miles, 1.5 km) |
| Polsloe Bridge Station | (1.5 miles, 2.4 km, direction SW) |
| M5 Junction 30 | (1.9 miles, 3.1 km, direction S) |
| Exeter Airport | (2.1 miles, 3.3 km, direction E) |
| Plymouth City Airport | (35.8 miles, 57.6 km, direction SW) |
| Pinhoe to London | (154.7 miles, 248.9 km, direction E) |
Hotels & Accommodation in Pinhoe
| Hotel Name | Approximate distance from Pinhoe center |
| Best Western Gipsy Hill Hotel | (0.6 miles, 1.0 km) |
| Express By Holiday Inn Exeter | (1.1 miles, 1.8 km) |
| The Red House Hotel | (1.3 miles, 2.1 km, direction SW) |
| The Devon Hotel | (2.8 miles, 4.4 km, direction SW) |
| Buckerell Lodge Hotel | (2.9 miles, 4.6 km, direction SW) |
| Abode Exeter The Royal Clarence Hotel | (3.0 miles, 4.8 km, direction W) |
| Mercure Southgate Exeter | (3.0 miles, 4.9 km, direction SW) |
| Thistle Exeter | (3.1 miles, 5.0 km, direction W) |
| Woodbury Park Hotel | (5.8 miles, 9.3 km, direction SE) |
| Exeter Court Hotel | (6.3 miles, 10.2 km, direction SW) |
| All hotels in Pinhoe |
