Ashill B&B Accommodation

Hotel | Bed and Breakfast | Accommodation | Ashill, Cullompton | Devon

Brambles Bed and Breakfast is 17 minutes (6.4 miles) via Chapel Hill from Ashill, Cullompton in Devon.

About Ashill:

Ashill is a quaint, peaceful village near Cullompton in Devon, known for its transition from a farming community to a residential hub, nestled on the edge of the Blackdown Hills AONB, offering quiet life with a strong community spirit, featuring a traditional pub (The Ashill Inn), a village hall, and excellent access to countryside walks, while still being conveniently located for commuters to Exeter, Taunton, and major transport links like the M5 and Tiverton Parkway station. Key Features of Ashill: Community: Thriving community with a popular pub, village hall, playing fields, and various events. Scenery: Located in the beautiful Blackdown Hills, ideal for outdoor activities like walking and biking. Character: A mix of modern homes and traditional rural charm, with active alpaca farms alongside historic farms. Amenities: Home to the popular Ashill Inn (serving food) and St. Stephen's Church, part of the Uffculme parish. Location & Connectivity: Post Town: Cullompton (Postcode District EX15). Nearby Towns: Close to Uffculme (with more amenities) and the larger centers of Exeter and Taunton. Transport: Accessible to the M5 motorway and Tiverton Parkway train station for London connections.

History of Ashill:

Ashill, Devon, has ancient roots, appearing in the Domesday Book as 'Aiselle' for its woods, evolving to 'Asshulle' by 1327, and playing roles in agricultural life with farmsteads like Ashill Court and Rull Farm, while also featuring historic buildings like St. Stephen's Church and the Ashill Inn, with a growing modern community centered around its Village Hall and local history group preserving its rich heritage. Early History & Origins: Domesday Book: Mentioned as 'Aiselle' in 1086, highlighting its significant woodland. Name Evolution: Became known as 'Asshulle' by 1327, reflecting its "Ash tree Hill" origin. Manorial & Estate History: Jordans: The Speke family built their mansion, Jordans, in Ashill, though it was demolished in the 1960s (the 1828 grotto survives). Bishopsteignton Connection: Parts of Ashill were linked to the Bishops' Palace, with families like the Whitburns managing estates and even using palace stones for farm buildings. Village Life & Landmarks: St. Stephen's Church: A key spiritual center, part of the Uffculme parish. Ashill Inn: Built in 1835, it's a notable feature, as is a distinctive Victorian house with a local legend of an extra storey added to win back a lost love. Farming: Historically a farming community with significant farms like Ashill Court and Rull Farm, experiencing decline in the mid-20th century but seeing new growth with farm conversions. Modern Day: Community Focus: The Ashill Village Hall, originally a simple iron building from 1928, now serves a growing population. Local History Group: An active group preserves paper and digital records, holding events and exhibitions for the community. Notable Resident: Soul singer Joss Stone grew up in Rull, near Ashill.

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