Cullompton
🏡 Cullompton, Devon
Overview
Cullompton is a well-connected and growing town in Mid Devon, offering a mix of period character homes and modern developments. Popular with families and commuters alike, it provides excellent access to Exeter while retaining a friendly, community-focused feel.
📍 Location & Transport
Situated just off Junction 28 of the M5, Cullompton is ideal for commuting to Exeter, Taunton, and beyond. Nearby Tiverton Parkway railway station offers fast rail links to Exeter, Bristol, and London Paddington.
🛍️ Amenities
Cullompton offers a wide range of amenities including supermarkets (Tesco Superstore, Aldi & Home Bargains), independent shops, award-winning butchers (Veysey's), cafés, a GP surgery, pharmacies, and leisure facilities. Popular spots include:
- The Bakehouse
- The Lime Tree
- Al Dente Italian
- The Weary Traveller
- Fordmore Farm Shop
🎓 Schools
The town is home to Cullompton Community College, along with two primary schools including St Andrew’s Primary School and Willowbank Primary School. There are a selection of preschool and childminders available within the town.
🌿 Lifestyle & Community
Cullompton has a strong sense of community, with regular markets, local events, and sports clubs. Its blend of convenience and countryside access makes it particularly appealing to families.
🚶♀️ Things to Do Nearby
- Cullompton Rugby Club
- Cullompton Cricket Club and the CCA fields
- Culm Valley Sports Centre
- Culm Valley, with the river Culm, providing endless scenic trails, bridleways, and cycle paths
- The vibrant city of Exeter
Easy access to the Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
❤️ Why We Love Cullompton
The location! It is well placed for those travelling further afield. Both coastlines can be reached within an hours' drive, and there are many options for those who like to explore the countrywide (Exmoor and Dartmoor), the Elizabethan Culmstock Beacon and Haldon Forest within easy reach too.