Washford Pyne

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Washford Pyne
Devon

Church of St Peter, Washford Pyne
Location
Grid reference: SS812117
Location: 50°53’36"N, 3°41’25"W
Data
Population: 108  (2001)
Postcode: EX17
Local Government
Council: Mid Devon
Parliamentary
constituency:
Central Devon

Washford Pyne is a village in Devon, seven miles north-east of Morchard Road railway station and eight miles from Crediton. It is on a minor river, the River Dalch (a tributary of the Lapford Yeo).

The parish church is dedicated to St Peter. The base of the tower dates from the 15th century with the rest of the church rebuilt in 1882. It is a Grade II* listed building.[1]

The Two Moors Way long-distance walking route runs through the village.

References

  1. Church of St Peter, Washford Pyne - British Listed Buildings