Welcome to Southleigh
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Southleigh is a village and civil parish in the East Devon district of Devon, England. Its nearest town is Colyton, which lies approximately 3 miles (4.8 km) east from the village. Southleigh parish encompasses Wiscombe Park with its hill climb course. The parish church is dedicated to St. Lawrence.The parish is home to an Iron Age hill fort, Blackbury Castle (also known as Blackbury Camp). It was built during the 4th century BC. It was used by an Iron Age tribal people, probably for several hundred years. Blackbury Camp had impressive ramparts, and the single entrance was protected by a large triangular earthwork or barbican. Now surrounded by woodland, the hill fort is a popular spot for picnics.
Parish Information
Parish statistics
Area |
1,376 hectares |
|---|---|
Population |
246 (2021) |
Density |
18 people/km2 |
Mean age |
43.8 |
Ward |
Coly Valley |
District |
East Devon |
Postcodes |
EX12, EX24 |
ONS ID |
E04002990 |
Council
Contact details for Southleigh Parish Council, including current councillors, precept data and election results.
Education
View educational establishments in Southleigh Parish. Data includes OFSTED rating and current appointed governors.
Business
Business directory listing local businesses operating within Southleigh Parish.
Planning
View recent planning applications submitted for Southleigh Parish.
Property
Price paid data for all property sold in Southleigh Parish since 2018. Includes average prices for each property type.
Heritage
Local heritage sites, historic churches, heritage pubs plus local heritage initiatives for Southleigh Parish.
Local News
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Glebe House, Southleigh, East Devon | Telegraph Travel
Published: 1st Jul 2021
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Antique tractors worth £35,000 destroyed in East Devon arson attack
Published: 13th Apr 2021
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Date for this year's Southleigh Fayre has been announced
Published: 25th Jul 2023