Welcome to Our Parish Website
​​Our vibrant parish villages - Thurlestone, Bantham and Buckland - are nestled in the dramatic coastline of South Devon. No matter what the season, this is one of the most beautiful areas of natural diversity and stunning scenery. It offers numerous activities and enjoyment to young and old alike.
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​Our site is focused on informing both our community and visitors. ​​​You will find a wealth of information ​towards our local activities, attractions and services, all helping to explore and maximise the enjoyment and delights of this unique area.

  • ​Villages steeped in history with churches, village shops and local pubs.
  • Rugged coastlines with unspoiled beaches.
  • Fantastic surfing facilities and other water sports activities.
  • River Avon winding its way out to sea with breath taking views to Burgh Island.
  • Coastline golf course for members and visitors.
  • Fabulous hotel, guest house accommodation and lettings.
  • Memorable coastline and country walks for exercise and taking in the stunning beauty of the area.
  • A thriving active residential community with schools and amenities that are the envy of other villages that visitors will enjoy too!​​​
​​You can watch a short video, shot by a local resident, showing the beauty of our parish by clicking the button below.
NEW WEB PAGE
See Thurlestone's Weather - Live!
  
Check the temperature, wind speed, rainfall etc as it happens! Information updated every 5 mins.

​See the button below right on this page.
PARISH COUNCIL
MEETING
 Please note that there will not be a meeting of the Parish Council in August.
​The next meeting will be on Monday 7th September at 7.30pm.
PARISH HALL STATUS
  
Our Parish Hall is still closed due to COVID 19.
​It will remain closed for the time being.  A review will take place in September.  No classes or functions are currently taking place.
Important message about CORONAVIRUS
  
The Parish Council and the Phone box Committee have organised a hotline to help residents who have been advised to self-isolate and need help. The number is 07955 607873 and will be kept live at all times by volunteers. It will cover all the Parish – Buckland, Bantham and Thurlestone.
If you need help obtaining supplies of food or medicines, putting the bins out, arranging laundry or even dog walking simply call the hotline number.
​For more local information and help during the Coronavirus crisis please
see our dedicated page.
SEE HERE
ALL SAINTS' CHURCH
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Thurlestone Church is now open for Sunday Services at 11.10am and Private Prayer on
Wednesdays 2.00 - 4.00pm.
​See HERE for more information.
Click HERE to listen to Revd. Daniel Hartley's latest recorded Address
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