English Heritage sites near George Nympton Parish
OKEHAMPTON CASTLE
20 miles from George Nympton Parish
Once the largest castle in Devon, nestling in the foothills of Dartmoor. Reputedly haunted and mentioned in the Domesday Book.
DUNSTER GALLOX BRIDGE
21 miles from George Nympton Parish
This ancient stone bridge - originally 'gallows bridge' - once carried packhorses bringing fleeces to Dunster market and is evidence of Dunster's once important role in the wool trade.
DUNSTER BUTTER CROSS
21 miles from George Nympton Parish
Transplanted stump of a medieval stone cross that was once a meeting place for people to bring and sell their own butter. Nearby attractions include Cleeve Abbey.
DUNSTER, YARN MARKET
22 miles from George Nympton Parish
Fine 17th century timber-framed octagonal market hall that is a monument to Dunster's once-flourishing cloth trade.
CLEEVE ABBEY
23 miles from George Nympton Parish
With possibly the finest cloister buildings in England, visitors can get a glimpse of monastic life 800 years ago. 15th century refectory with glorious angel roof and 13th century heraldic tiles.
DAWS CASTLE
25 miles from George Nympton Parish
Daws Castle is a clifftop fortress, which was founded by King Alfred to defend the people of Watchet against Viking attacks.
Churches in George Nympton Parish
St George
George Nympton
South Molton
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The delightful historic church of St George is part of the ecclesiastical parish of South Molton with Nymet St George (within the South Molton Mission Community - along with Kingsnympton, Chittlehampton with Umberleigh, Filleigh, Chittlehamholt, and Warkleigh with Satterleigh). We have services every Sunday (at 9.30am) as well as occasional 'special' services. We are part of a lively village community and you will find us friendly and welcoming ....
The minister responsible for this church is the Team Rector, Revd Dr Michael Grandey.
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Pubs in George Nympton Parish
Castle Inn
Traditional Devon country pub, within easy reach of Exmoor. The main bar has a pleasant eating area offset, while the lounge bar can at times be used as a family room. Two real ales are kept, together with a local cider. The pub has gained...