Sourton
Parish in West Devon, Devon, England
| Coordinates: | 50.7, -4.086 |
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| OS grid ref: | SX 52 90 |
| Dialling code: | 01837 (Okehampton) |
Sourton is a small, rural parish in West Devon on the northern fringe of Dartmoor in Devon. Nestled among moorland, wooded valleys and granite outcrops, it sits close to Okehampton and is a popular spot for walkers and cyclists, with a network of footpaths and quiet lanes that provide easy access to the open moor.
Historically centred on agriculture and some local stone-working, the area still shows its traditional character in stone cottages and a village church, while the local economy now mixes farming with tourism and residents who commute to nearby towns. The community is small and active, known for village events and as a peaceful gateway for people exploring Dartmoor’s landscapes and wildlife.
Postcode districts covering Sourton
Most populated places nearby
- Plymouth 21.2 miles34.2 km
- Exeter 25 miles40.2 km
- Newton Abbot 23.9 miles38.4 km
- Bideford 22.6 miles36.4 km
- Saltash 20.9 miles33.7 km
- Tavistock 11 miles17.7 km
- Ivybridge 22.6 miles36.3 km
- Kingsteignton 23.8 miles38.3 km
Neighbouring places
- Bridestowe Parish 1.8 miles2.9 km
- Okehampton South Ward 3.5 miles5.6 km
- Okehampton Hamlets Parish 3.7 miles5.9 km
- Bratton Clovelly Parish 3.8 miles6.1 km
- Lydford Parish 3.9 miles6.3 km
- Thrushelton Parish 4.5 miles7.3 km
- Beaworthy Parish 4.6 miles7.4 km
- Lewtrenchard Parish 4.7 miles7.5 km
- Okehampton North Ward 4.8 miles7.7 km
- Inwardleigh Parish 4.9 miles7.9 km
- Okehampton Built-up area 5 miles8 km
- Northlew Built-up area 5.2 miles8.4 km
Example postcodes in Sourton
EX20 4NQ, EX20 4HR, EX20 4QD, EX20 4HT, EX20 4JA, EX20 4NG, EX20 4HN, EX20 4HQ, EX20 4HX … See all
Transport links
- Exeter International Airport 29.5 miles47.5 km
- Newquay Cornwall Airport 43.8 miles70.4 km
- Meldon Railway Station 2.5 miles4 km
- Okehampton Railway Station 4.5 miles7.2 km
Hotels near Sourton Ad
- The Fox & Hounds Hotel 2.7 miles4.3 km
- The Tors 5.9 miles9.4 km
- Gidleigh Park 5 9.4 miles15.1 km
- Half Moon Inn 9.9 miles15.9 km
- Dartmoor Inn Merrivale 9.9 miles15.9 km
- The Arundell 9.5 miles15.3 km
Local points of interest
- Brightley Priory Historic site 5.9 miles9.5 km
- Wistman's Wood National Nature Reserve Nature reserve 9.8 miles15.7 km
- Hingston Down Hill 14.2 miles22.8 km
- Buckfast Abbey Historic site 19.7 miles31.7 km