Chittlehamholt is a North Devon village of the parish of Chittlehamholt, Satterleigh and Warkleigh. In the 2011 census it was recorded as having a population of 169.
There are 26 Grade II listed buildings including the Exeter Inn, a 16th-century coaching inn with houses and farm buildings. Until 1875 the village was part of Chittlehampton and was originally a clearing in woods where residents could collect logs and kindling.
The parish boundary follows the course of the River Mole in the east and the River Taw in the south and west. The northern boundary runs from Slew in the west, through Drake's Wood and the northern end of Chittlehamholt.
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THE EXETER INN
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SUMMER SHOW
view some interesting draft schedules
from the 1970s
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all welcome NEXT: 12th March |
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| CRAFT GROUP Last Thursday of the month 1pm - 4pm |
We meet to pursue our various crafts, and to have a chat and a laugh etc.
Hope you can come along, bring your craft and enjoy good company.
To avoid the need to staff the kitchen bring a beverage or drunk of your choice.
A small charge of £2.50 is required to cover cost of the village hall heating etc.
All are welcome
NEXT GATHERING: 27th February
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| What's On at a Glance |
FEBRUARY
Every Tuesday 10:00 am Yoga Village Hall
Every Tuesday 1:45 for 2:00 pm Short Mat Bowls Village Hall
Every Thursday 10:00 Pilates Village Hall
Every Friday 7:00 pm Table Tennis Village Hall
Sunday 2nd 6:00 pm Quiz Night Exeter Inn
Wednesday 13th 10:00 am Coffee Morning Village Hall
Thursday 16th 7:30 pm Garden Club – The Wildlife of Churchyards
Village Hall
Saturday 22nd 7:30 pm Bingo Village Hall
Monday 24th 7:30 pm Parish Council Meeting Village Hall
Thursday 27th 1:00 pm Craft Group
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PARISH CHURCH SERVICES and NEWS photo ©Sue Williams |
FEBRUARY
Sunday 9th 11:00 am Plough Sunday Service Warkleigh
Sunday 16th 11:00 am Morning Worship Chittlehamholt
Sunday 23rd 11:00 am Holy Communion Warkleigh
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or
PRINTED VERSIONS ARE AVAILABLE FROM
THE VILLAGE SHOP
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| website: THE EXETER INN Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theexeterinnchittlehamholt |
Chittlehamholt,
Umberleigh, Devon EX37 9NS
PHONE: 01769 540 281
EMAIL: info@exeterinn.co.uk
or for Holiday Accommodation Information: HERE
Please don't forget that we have Gift Vouchers available which make for a great present for those close to you.
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| THE VILLAGE HALL Website: https://www.chittlehamholtvillagehall.co.uk/ |
And Occasional Extra Information: here
The hall is available for hire by individuals and groups. In addition, the active Village Hall Committee organises regular events. The hall is said to have the best wooden dance floor in North Devon. The large car park can accommodate approximately 60+ vehicles and is adjacent to the hall.
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Chittlehamholt Satterleigh & Warkleigh
a sneak peek at the 2025 schedule!
Floral Art - Entrants do not need to grow their own flowers!!!
Class 60 A Flower made of Paper
Class 61 An arrangement in a teapot
Class 62 An arrangement in a sewing thimble
Class 63 An exhibit depicting a Jane Austen Novel 24” x 24” (61 x 61cm) max
Class 64 A bowl of floating petals
Handicrafts
Class 82 A Knitted Garment
Class 84 A Picture of an animal, any medium (not photography)
18” x 18” (46 x 46cm) max
Childrens'
The Trankle Trophy - 7 years and under
A Lego Building
A Decorated Gingerbread Person
An Edible Insect
A Bookmark Decorated with Stickers
The Kingdon Perpetual Cup - 8 to 11 years inclusive
A Paper Collage of things that make you happy
A Model made from recycled materials
A Fresh Fruit Salad
A Pot of growing herbs
Photography Subjects
Rain
Happiness
Spiders
The Postbox
‘Nature Reclaiming’
More information:
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| GARDEN CLUB click here for 2025 agenda |
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| THE SHOP |
The community shop is run entirely by volunteers. It is situated next to the village hall in Chittlehamholt and provides a wide range of groceries, household goods and stationery. Wherever possible these are sourced locally. The shop also provides a post point, allowing customers to post letters and parcels for daily collection by Ro
Usual opening hours *
Monday - Friday
Morning: 9 a.m - 12 p.m Afternoon: 3 - 5 p.m
Saturday : 9 a.m - 12 p.m Afternoon: closed
Sunday: closed
Saturday : 9 a.m - 12 p.m Afternoon: closed
Sunday: closed
01769 540 314
* may vary at Bank Holidays etc
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Chittlehamholt Satterleigh & Warkleigh
PARISH COUNCIL
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LOCAL SERVICES & ADVERTS |
| We are happy to support the local area community. |
If your event/ business/ service/interest
is in the vicinity of Chittlehamholt and you wish to place a
(free) advertisement on this blog
contact Helen on author@helenhollick.net
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STORM/FLOOD ADVICE - NDC HIGHWAYS NOTICE:
You can keep up to date with Met Office weather warnings on their website here: UK weather warnings - Met Office
Advice for preparation in your communities that you’re able to undertake safely in readiness for future high wind speeds and extra rainfall. This may include:
- Removing leaves from gullies to facilitate drainage,
- Checking and fixing down items that may be susceptible to displacement by wind,
- Being aware of and circulating our following standard safety messages:
- Be alert to fallen trees and branches, particularly on minor roads where they may not have been reported;
- Consider if your journey is essential and be alert to weather warnings;
- Allow additional time for your journey, never drive through floodwater or swollen flowing water, you don’t know how deep it is. Find an alternative route;
- Reduce your speed and leave more space between you and the vehicle in front and leave plenty of room if you’re overtaking;
- Drive with care and according to the conditions.
- Listen to local radio for updates on current weather conditions
For more information and travel advice follow @DevonAlert on Twitter (X) and Facebook
Devon Highways
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DOG OWNERS!
Have you heard of Drone to Home ?
a FREE drone search company which helps look for lost dogs?
All enquiries email hello@dronetohome.org.uk
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/dronetohome
Website: https://dronetohome.org.uk/
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SERVICES & B&B
Chittlehamholt
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| The Exeter Inn B&B Foxglove Cottage |
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| KATHY HOLLICk: EFTi ACCREDITED PRACTITIONER |
Kathy is now on the main Advanced Centre10 Applied Psychology course to become a fully qualified sports coach. She offers coaching lessons at her yard throughout the winter and a selection of evening dates twice a month at Codden EC.
She offers services for all ages and abilities, covering flat work, poles and jumping.
She also offers sports psychology and mindset to other sports, football, rugby, golf etc. again all ages, abilities, teams and individuals, drop her a message to arrange a session.
Kathy is also a fully qualified EFTi accredited practitioner, offering her service to everyone. EFT can help with so many things; PTSD, anxiety, depression, addiction, pain management, phobias, self-esteem, stress and trauma, bereavement, to name just a few. Sessions in person or via zoom £50 - 45/1hr. Block bookings available
website where you will find contact details.
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| monthly events and equestrian help and assistance available especially suitable for nervous riders who have lost their confidence Tawriver@gmail.com Facebook Group for latest events (showjumping, arena eventing, coaching afternoons etc) |
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LOCAL DAIRY DELIVERY
We supply whole, semi skim or skimmed milk at £1.75/L delivered. We also can provide butter and cream
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https://farrsfarm.co.uk/
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| GENERAL INFORMATION |
The Big Stink!
Please will everyone ring 0800 80 70 60 to report ‘The Chittlehamholt Stink’ if - when - they are affected. This is the link for further information: 'Report an environmental incident' https://www.gov.uk/report-an-environmental-incident
Apparently you do get to speak to a real person! If everyone keeps reporting it to the same place something might get done.
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RECYCLING BATTERIES |
In 2019, NDDC made the decision to stop collecting batteries in your recycling collections due to fires taking place in our recycling hall. If you missed the message, please get on board now to help keep our crews safe. If you would like to recycle your home batteries, please do so at either your local recycling centre or supermarket.
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SKY LANTERNS |
North Devon Council has banned the release of sky lanterns over concerns about the danger they pose to the environment and local community. The decision was backed unanimously by council. The council's event guidance has been updated advising that the use of sky lanterns on council land during events is prohibited.
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| Dogs Trust – A dog is for life® |
Canine Care Card
ensure your pet is cared for in the event of illness or death
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| How would you prepare for an emergency? |
In a recently launched website, the government is encouraging people to think about what they would do if they and those around them were exposed to risks ranging from floods to fires to power cuts.
The website provides simple and effective steps people can take to be more prepared, at gov.uk/prepare. Taking action in advance will make it easier to manage an emergency if it does happen.
Five simple things you can do now
1. Find out if you are eligible to sign up to your gas, electricity and water supplier’s Priority Service Registers, so companies know that you need additional support.
2. Set a reminder in your phone or make a note on your calendar to check your smoke alarm once a month.
3. Write down important phone numbers on paper such as the number to report a power cut (105) and the numbers of anyone you might want to contact in an emergency.
4. Talk to your children about how and when to call 999 and what they should do if there’s an emergency, such as a fire at home.
5. Check your long term flood risk and sign up for flood and weather warnings.
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Surviving Wild
A video about the Exmoor Pony with
a very important message…
a very important message…
(contains disturbing footage at the end)
FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY
AND FOR OTHER ROAD USERS AND WILDLIFE
PLEASE DRIVE CAREFULLY
ACROSS THE MOORS AND ALONG ALL OUR DEVON LANES
Thank you
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This blog is maintained by author Helen Hollick
www.helenhollick.net
For enquiries or information or to submit
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For enquiries or information or to submit
something for inclusion on this blog:
email: author [at] helenhollick [dot] net