Halberton

Welcome to Halberton

The pretty village of Halberton (name derived from Haligbeort – a combination of Albert, a Saxon Chief and tun meaning a farm settlement) is located between Sampford Peverell and Tiverton. It has two separate parts to it, known locally as the Higher and Lower Town. These two parts of the village are connected by the old mill stream and the picturesque duck pond where, if you are lucky, you may catch a flash of vivid blue as a kingfisher dives for fish.

Historically the village had important administrative duties. Deeply rooted in farming tradition; many of the farms date as far back as Doomsday.

The magnificent tower and clock of the striking 14^thcentury red sandstone church, located in Halberton Lower Town, are immediately obvious as you drive into the village. The church is well worth a visit and is dedicated to St Andrew. It is believed to be built on the site of earlier churches. During the Civil War, Halberton saw action and two unknown soldiers were buried in the Churchyard. There are many beautiful features worth noting within the church including a 12^th century Norman font and a Pulpit and Screen dating from the 15^th century.

On the Main High Street which runs through the Higher Town, is The Priory, a Grade II listed building where a small assembly of Augustinian canons were established. Dissolved in the 1500s, the building was then converted into a dwelling.

Things to do

You could head to the Halberton Farm Shop, which is situated just outside the village. This traditional farm shop stocks a range of locally grown fruit, vegetables, cheeses and meat.
During the summer months, you can pick your own soft fruit in the tunnels behind the farm shop. Alongside the shop is the delightful ‘Swan’s Neck Café’ serving light lunches, cream teas and delicious cakes made in the café.

Places to see or visit

You could visit Mill House, the oldest building in Halberton, which was registered in the Doomsday Book (1086) as town mills.
You could visit The Priory, which is another old building in Halberton. It is believed to date from the 14th century, when it was part of a college called St. Jude’s. This was occupied by monks of the order of St. Augustine.
The Parish Church, dedicated to Saint Andrew, is grade I listed and dates from the 14th century. It stands at the centre of the village, and is thought to have been constructed on the site of an earlier Saxon church.

Places to eat

The Hickory Inn enjoy kicking back in the Hickory’s traditional pub garden nestled among farmland. Also, make sure you don’t miss out on their summer BBQs, with the smoker puffing away all day and live music into the evening, it’s the perfect day out! You could walk the beautiful 2 mile ‘Swansneck’ loop around Halberton and finish at the pub to quench your thirst and grab some tasty food.

Walks

Swans Neck Circular: The Grand Western canal winds its way past the back of the village and loops around in a Swan’s neck just outside the village on the Tiverton side. See the Swan’s Neck Walk for further details.
Grand Western Canal Walk: This family-friendly walk takes you along the length of the canal. You could start at Halberton and finish at Tiverton. Or start at Halberton, walk through Sampford Peverell and end at Burlescombe.