English Heritage sites near Pyworthy Parish
PENHALLAM MANOR
6 miles from Pyworthy Parish
The low and grass-covered but complete ground-plan of a moated 13th-century manor house, in a delightful woodland setting.
LAUNCESTON CASTLE
11 miles from Pyworthy Parish
Launceston Castle dominates the surrounding landscape. Begun soon after the Norman Conquest, unusual in that during rebuilding one tower was constructed with the remains of the older.
LYDFORD CASTLE AND SAXON TOWN
16 miles from Pyworthy Parish
Beautifully sited on the fringe of Dartmoor, Lydford boasts three defensive features. Near the centre is a 13th-century tower on a mound, built as a prison.
OKEHAMPTON CASTLE
18 miles from Pyworthy Parish
Once the largest castle in Devon, nestling in the foothills of Dartmoor. Reputedly haunted and mentioned in the Domesday Book.
TINTAGEL CASTLE
18 miles from Pyworthy Parish
Tintagel Castle is a magical day with its wonderful location, set high on the rugged North Cornwall coast. It offers dramatic views, fascinating ruins and a stunning beach café.
HURLERS STONE CIRCLES
19 miles from Pyworthy Parish
Three fine late Neolithic or early Bronze Age stone circles arranged in a line, a grouping unique in England.
Churches in Pyworthy Parish
St Swithun, Pyworthy
In the centre of the village.
Pyworthy
Exeter
https://www.holsworthybenefice.org.uk
St Swithun's Church is situated on the top of the hill in the centre of the village, looking out towards Widemouth Bay at the coast, some 7 miles distant. The Church Primary School is next door and also the Molesworth Arms Public House. There is a well kept Churchyard around the Church building.
Pubs in Pyworthy Parish
Holsworthy Golf Club
Holsworthy Golf Club, Holsworthy
Molesworth Arms
Pyworthy, EX22 6SU
(01409) 259966
moleswortharmspyworthy.co.uk
Rydon Inn
Rydon Road, Holsworthy, EX22 7HU
(01409) 259444
rydon-inn.com