Brambles Bed and Breakfast
Whitnage Cottage | Whitnage | Uplowman | Tiverton | Devon | EX16 7DS
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Braodhembury B&B Accommodation
Hotel | Bed and Breakfast | Accommodation | Braodhembury, Honiton | Devon
Brambles Bed and Breakfast is 23 minutes (13.0 miles) via M5 and A373 from Braodhembury, Honiton in Devon.
About Broadhembury:
Broadhembury is a picturesque, historic village in East Devon, nestled within the Blackdown Hills AONB, famous for its well-preserved thatched cottages, Cobb buildings, and medieval heritage, centered around the Grade I listed St. Andrew's Church and the popular Drewe Arms pub, offering a peaceful, timeless English countryside experience with walking trails and rich history. Key Features: Historic Architecture: Features thatched and Cobb (mud, straw, manure) cottages, often with stone mullioned windows, dating back centuries. St. Andrew's Church: A beautiful Gothic church with medieval origins, notable for its architecture, stained glass, and historical connections, including the writer of "Rock of Ages," Augustus Toplady, who served as vicar. Blackdown Hills Setting: Located in a sheltered valley created by Hembury Fort and North Hill, making it a great base for walks and exploring the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Drewe Arms Pub: A central part of village life, offering a traditional pub experience with wood-burners and a garden. Hembury Fort: A nearby prehistoric hill fort with Roman connections, adding to the area's ancient history. Hamlet Inclusion: The parish includes surrounding hamlets like Kerswell, Luton, Colliton, and Dulford. What to Do: Wander: Explore the quiet lanes and soak in the historic atmosphere. Walk: Discover extensive bridleways and paths, including routes to Hembury Fort. Visit: See the historic manor house (occasionally open) and the church. Relax: Enjoy a drink or meal at the Drewe Arms.
History of Braodhembury:
Broadhembury's history stretches from an Iron Age hill fort (Hembury Fort) to its Saxon origins, becoming a significant manor recorded in the Domesday Book, later linked to Dunkeswell Abbey, and eventually home to the influential Drewe family, known for their manor house, The Grange, with well-preserved thatched cottages and the historic St. Andrew's Church reflecting centuries of medieval and Tudor development. Key Historical Aspects: Hembury Fort: The area's history begins with this prominent Iron Age hill fort and Neolithic enclosure, later used by Romans. Saxon & Norman Era: The village name means "wide homestead." After the Conquest, its ownership shifted from Brictric to William the Conqueror's half-brother, Odo, then to Dunkeswell Abbey. Medieval Period: The village was a significant monastic holding, with its church rebuilt in the 15th century, showcasing Gothic architecture and unusual fonts. The Drewe Family: After the Dissolution of Monasteries, the manor passed to the Drewe family, who built The Grange around 1603, transforming the abbey's granary into a grand home. Architectural Heritage: Broadhembury is famous for its well-preserved thatched, cob cottages, some dating back to the 16th century, and the impressive Drewe Arms pub. Notable Residents: Dr. Thomas Manton (Puritan preacher) and Augustus Montague Toplady (writer of "Rock of Ages") were notable figures associated with the village. What to See Today: St. Andrew's Church: A Grade I listed building with a 15th-century porch, unusual font, and stained glass. The Grange: A historic manor house with connections to the Drewe family. Thatched Cottages & Lanes: The village itself offers a step back in time, with traditional buildings and quiet lanes.
Brambles Bed and Breakfast
Whitnage Cottage | Whitnage | Uplowman | Tiverton | Devon | EX16 7DS
01884 829211 | Email