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Copplestone

Location & Local Amenities

Nestled in the heart of Mid Devon, Copplestone is a thriving and well-connected village offering an attractive balance of countryside living and everyday convenience. Surrounded by beautiful Devon farmland and rolling rural scenery, Copplestone is particularly popular with families, commuters and buyers seeking village life with excellent access to nearby towns and cities.

The village enjoys a strong sense of community alongside a good range of day-to-day amenities, making it one of Mid Devon’s most practical and desirable village locations.

Schools

Copplestone benefits from access to a selection of well regarded local schools including:

  • Copplestone Primary School
  • Queen Elizabeth’s School, Crediton
  • Exeter School
  • The Maynard School

Transport Links

Despite its peaceful rural setting, Copplestone offers excellent transport connections across Devon:

  • Direct rail services from Copplestone Railway Station to Exeter and Barnstaple
  • Approximately 20 minutes to Exeter by car
  • Easy access to the A377 connecting Exeter, Crediton and North Devon
  • Convenient access to both Dartmoor National Park and the North Devon coast

Lifestyle & Leisure

Copplestone offers a relaxed village lifestyle with easy access to countryside walks, cycling routes and outdoor activities throughout Mid Devon.

Local amenities within the village include:

  • Village shop and post office
  • Traditional local pub
  • Parish church
  • Playing fields and recreation areas
  • Regular community events and clubs

Popular local favourites include:

  • The Cross Hotel
  • Copplestone Community Centre
  • Local countryside walking routes

Why Buyers Love Copplestone

  • Popular and well connected Mid Devon village
  • Strong community atmosphere
  • Excellent rail links to Exeter
  • Attractive countryside surroundings
  • Convenient everyday amenities within the village
  • Well placed for access to schools and transport links