Branscombe is a Village in the county of Devon.
The historic village of Branscombe in Devon, England is home to a number of interesting landmarks and features.
The village is located within the East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) and is situated on the Jurassic Coast, a World Heritage Site which stretches for 95 miles from Exmouth in Devon to Studland Bay in Dorset
Branscombe is thought to be one of the oldest villages in Devon, with evidence of human occupation dating back to the Bronze Age.
The village is mentioned in the Domesday Book, and there are a number of Grade I and II listed buildings within the village.
Notable landmarks include St Winifred’s Church, which dates back to the 12th century, and Branscombe Forge, which is thought to be the oldest working forge in England.
There are also a number of interesting shops and businesses located in the village, including a thatched cottage bakery and a pottery studio.
Branscombe is well-known for its annual food festival, which takes place in May, and for its traditional thatched roofs.
The village is home to a number of bed and breakfasts, as well as a campsite which is located within walking distance of the beach.
Branscombe postcode: EX12 3DJ
There are great places to visit near Branscombe including some great cities, historic buildings, villages, canals, rivers and streams, beaches, geological features, sssis, hiking areas, nature reserves, towns, parks, airports, castles and ruins.
There are a number of cities near to Branscombe including Exeter.
Historic Buildings to visit near Branscombe include Exeter Cathedral, St Mary Steps, and St Stephen's Church - Exeter.
There are a number of villages near Branscombe including Starcross, Lynton and Lynmouth, Littleham, Otterton, Branscombe, Beer, and Hope Cove.
The area around Branscombe features a number of interesting canals including Exeter Canal, and Grand Western Canal at Tiverton.
Don't miss East Lyn River's rivers and streams if visiting the area around Branscombe.
There are a several good beaches in the Branscombe area like Blacklands Beach, Branscombe Beach, and Hope Cove.
Valley of Rocks is a great place to visit close to Branscombe if you like geological features.
There are a several good sssis in the area around Branscombe like Dartmoor.
The area around Branscombe's best hiking areas can be found at Dartmoor.
The area close to Branscombe boasts some of the best nature reserves including Dartmoor.
There are a several good towns in the Branscombe area like Dartmouth, Tiverton, Crediton, Topsham, Budleigh Salterton, Sidmouth, and Seaton.
Branscombe is near some unmissable parks like Bicton Park,
The area close to Branscombe boasts some of the best airports including Exeter Airport.
Castles to visit near Branscombe include Berry Pomeroy Castle.
Branscombe is near some unmissable ruins like Berry Pomeroy Castle,
Branscombe History
There are some historic monuments around Branscombe:
