Brambles Bed and Breakfast
Whitnage Cottage | Whitnage | Uplowman | Tiverton | Devon | EX16 7DS
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Culmstock B&B Accommodation
Hotel | Bed and Breakfast | Accommodation | Culmstock, Cullompton | Devon
Brambles Bed and Breakfast is 16 minutes (7.9 miles) via A38 and B3391 from Culmstock, Cullompton in Devon.
About Culmstock:
Culmstock is a picturesque village and parish in Mid Devon, England, nestled in the scenic Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), known for its ancient stone bridge, historic church with a yew tree growing from its tower, and former importance in the wool trade, offering rural charm, walks, and a strong sense of community with local amenities like a pub, shop, and primary school. Key Features & History: Location: On the River Culm, bordering Somerset, near Cullompton, in the beautiful Culm Valley. Culmstock Bridge: A historic, multi-span stone bridge connecting the two sides of the village, a popular photo spot. All Saints Church: Features parts dating back to the 12th century, with a unique yew tree growing from its tower. Culmstock Beacon: A rare flintstone structure, thought to be from the 1500s, used for signaling. Wool Trade: Once a prosperous center for weaving and wool, with historical mills, including one built by Fox Brothers. Literary Connection: Author R.D. Blackmore lived here for several years. Village Life: Amenities: Includes a primary school, village stores (The Strand Stores), a garage, a public house (The Culm Valley Inn), and other local businesses. Community: A strong rural community with a focus on outdoor activities like walking and exploring the surrounding countryside. Visiting: Walks: The area offers lovely countryside walks along the River Culm and through water meadows. Nearby: Close to the M5 motorway (J27) and attractions like Coldharbour Mill.
History of Culmstock:
Culmstock is an ancient Devon village with roots in the 700s, known for its medieval church, historic six-span bridge (c. 1250), and the unique Culmstock Beacon, a 16th-century Spanish Armada signal station. Once a prosperous wool trade center, it saw industrial decline but retains landmarks like the Fox Brothers' mill and a church tower with a yew tree growing from it, plus connections to author R.D. Blackmore. Key Historical Highlights: Early Records & Governance: Mentioned in records from the 700s, it fell under the Hemyock Hundred for local matters. Culmstock Beacon: A unique, beehive-shaped flint structure built to warn of the Spanish Armada (1588), rebuilt after collapsing in 1870, and now a protected monument. Culmstock Church: Features a tower partly from the 1200s, a yew tree growing from the top, and historical records dating back to 1645. Culmstock Bridge: An attractive, six-span stone bridge likely referenced in a 1250 record, joining the main village to the mill area. Industrial Era: Became a weaving and wool trade center; the Fox Brothers built a spinning mill in 1822, though the industry declined later in the Industrial Revolution. Notable Figures: Birthplace of Sir Thomas Gates, Governor of Virginia, and a place where author R.D. Blackmore lived and based his novel Perlycross. Modern Era: Culmstock Primary School was founded in 1876, and the village retains its historical charm, attracting visitors interested in its heritage.
Brambles Bed and Breakfast
Whitnage Cottage | Whitnage | Uplowman | Tiverton | Devon | EX16 7DS
01884 829211 | Email