Atherington

Parish in North Devon, Devon, England

Coordinates:50.989, -4.011
OS grid ref:SS 58 22
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Atherington is a small rural village and civil parish in North Devon, in the county of Devon, England. Set amid rolling farmland and hedgerow‑lined lanes it has the quietly picturesque character of the area, with stone and cob cottages and a small historic parish church; the landscape feels typically Devonian and gives relatively easy access to both moorland and the North Devon coast.

Historically the settlement has medieval roots and a predominantly agricultural economy, with mixed livestock and arable farms; in recent decades some residents commute to larger towns while others work in tourism, conservation or local trades. Social life is what you might expect of a small parish - a close‑knit community, occasional village events and a strong local interest in preserving landscape and wildlife, making it popular with walkers and those seeking a quieter country way of life.

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Example postcodes in Atherington

EX37 9JA, EX37 9DX, EX37 9DU, EX37 9BJ, EX37 9DY, EX37 9HU, EX37 9HR, EX37 9EQ, EX37 9AR … See all

Transport links

  • Exeter International Airport 31.4 miles
  • Cardiff Airport 40.4 miles
  • Umberleigh Railway Station 1.3 miles
  • Chapelton Railway Station 2 miles

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Local points of interest

  • Braunton Burrows Hill 11.1 miles
  • Saunton Sands Beach 12 miles
  • Putsborough Beach Beach 14.2 miles
  • Brightley Priory Historic site 15.9 miles
  • Mouthmill Beach Beach 18.2 miles
  • Brownsham Wood Historic site 18.9 miles