This page details public services and amenities within the village. This includes details of local health provisions, public libraries, parish, district and county councils, Bishopsteignton schools, local churches etc.

Use the links below to access the section of page of interest to you:

• Churches
• Schools
• Health
• Policing
• Council & MP Services
• Libraries
• Other Contacts

St John's Church

The church of St John the Baptist dates to pre-Norman times, although the current building is predominantly Norman, with the original font still in use, and the "Adoration of the Magi" stone carving on the outside wall also being Norman. For those who are interested in architecture, St John's is one of the best examples in Devon of a Norman church. The bell tower was added in the 1800s. The church bells were cast in the same foundry as the "Bow Bells", which were destroyed by bombing in London during the Second World War. Villagers refused to allow their church bells to be taken to London to replace those destroyed, so the village still retains its "Bow Bells". The Garden of Rest at the rear of the church was originally a Sanctuary Chapel, which was established in 1350 by Bishop de Grandisson as a sanctuary for criminals.

Full details of church service times for the current month can be obtained from church noticeboards around the village. Sunday Services are at 8:00am for Holy Communion and 9:30am for the Parish Eucharist.

Further information about St John's and the local ministry is available from the Haldon Team Ministry website.

Bishopsteignton Methodist Church

The Methodist Church was built on Fore Street in 1908. Prior to this date there was a Methodist chapel further down Fore Street, on the raised pavement, next to what was then a forge. The village's War Memorial is located next to the church.

The Sunday Service is held at 10:30am.

Immanuel Gospel Hall

Services are held at the Immanuel Chapel at 6pm on Sundays. All are welcome.

Bishopsteignton Pre School Playgroup

A small and friendly pre-school with highly qualified staff and lovely indoor and outdoor play environments. 'Good' Ofsted report.
We offer all day care sessions Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 9 am to 3 pm.
Morning sessions Monday and Friday 9 am to 11.30 am.
Lunch Clubs every day 11.30 am to 12.30 pm.

Bishopsteignton Pre-school Playgroup
Horn's Park
Bishopsteignton
Devon TQ14 9RP
Telephone: 01626 777672

Registered Charity Number 1023772

Bishopsteignton Primary School

Bishopsteignton Primary School is located off Cockhaven Close. The school has its own website, where you can find further information. Bishopsteignton Primary School.

Bishopsteignton Surgery

Bishopsteignton Surgery is part of Channel View Medical Practice, which also has surgeries in Teignmouth and Chudleigh. As a patient of the practice, you can attend any of the surgeries. Morning surgeries are run on Mondays to Fridays from 8:30am until 1:00pm at the village surgery, and there is also a surgery on Monday afternoons (2:00pm to 6:00pm). Full details of the services of the practice are available on their website. The contact number for Bishopsteignton Surgery is 01626 775256 and the surgery is located at "Green" on Shute Hill.

Bishopsteignton Police Surgery

The closest police station to Bishopsteignton is in Teignmouth, however regular police surgeries are held at the Community Centre in Bishopsteignton (Every other Thursday 10:00am to 12:00pm). Residents can attend to raise any concerns regarding crime, safety and policing within the village. The Community Support Office for Bishopsteignton is Colin Rider, who can be contacted on 0845 6566935, or via email. For general contact with the police, please use the non-emergency number: 08452 777444.

Dates for police surgeries in 2009 are: December 17th and December 31st.

Dates for police surgeries in 2010 are: January 28th, February 11th and 25th, March 11th and 25th, April 8th and 22nd, May 6th and 20th, June 3rd and 17th, July 1st, 15th and 29th, August 12th and 26th, September 9th and 23rd, October 7th and 21st, November 4th and 18th and December 2nd, 16th and 30th.

The police report book is held at Bishopsteignton Post Office. Pop along to make any reports yourself, or contact Charles Morgan via email to update the book for you.

Use the contact details given above for PCSO Colin Rider, or for general police enquiries, call 08452 777 444, or email teignmouth@devonandcornwall.pnn.police.uk, and call 999 in an emergency.

Keep Your Boats Secure for the 2010 Season

The boats have now been craned in at Polly Steps as the new boating season starts. This event can attract the criminal element in our society who will attempt to steal complete boats and/or equipment from them. Thieves are also visiting home addresses storing boats so your security measures should extend to home ground.

You can help reduce the crime threat by observing the following advice:

• RECORD IT: Make a complete inventory of your equipment, especially outboard motors. Include serial numbers and any identifying marks specific to your property. Serial numbers can be placed on the Police National Computer and aid recovery of stolen items. Photograph items that are distinctive and keep it with your inventory.
• MARK IT: Mark property with your postcode and name/house number in a concealed area. This should include GPS and radio equipment and anything that can be easily removed from the boat. "Smartwater" is another method of marking equipment popular with motorcyclists and electronic tracking equipment can be used. Try the internet for further information or Boatmark on 01722 413346.
• REMOVE IT: Remove anything from your boat that can be easily removed and sold on. Not always convenient, but more convenient than having it stolen. Are the locks on your boat up to the job? Check out after-market equipment for additional security. Inflatable tenders are easily moved and are a popular item for resale, secure them to a fixed point using a quality chain or lock. Contact Brian Graham the Crime Prevention Officer on 01626-215158 for information on substitute engine covers with the Devon & Cornwall Police crest. For around £20 the kit also includes SelectaDOT item marking kit. Engines without covers cannot be easily sold by thieves.
• CLUB SECURITY: Many boat thieves are successful because they look like they belong to the area. A tactful offer to assist a stranger in finding a person or boat will help to deter a thief and assist a genuine member.
• REPORT IT: Report any thefts immediately to the Police, your club and insurance company. Use your inventory to provide as much information as possible. Report any suspicious activity or vehicles to the Police, but never put yourself at risk.
• NOTE: Any suspicious activity includes anything at port or sea that may relate to terrorist activity.

Have a good season.

PCSO Colin Rider
Email: colin.rider@devonandcornwall.pnn.police.uk
Radio phone: 0845 6566935
General Police enquiries: 08452777444 EMERGENCY:999

Crimestoppers: 0800 555111 (Remain anonymous)

Local Councils

Currently there is a three tier council structure covering Bishopsteignton: Bishopsteignton Parish Council, Teignbridge District Council and Devon County Council. Each of the councils has different responsibilities, which are described on this page.

Contact details for each of the councils covering Bishopsteignton are:

Bishopsteignton Parish Council

Mrs Claire Colyer, Clerk to the Parish Council, 01626 870170 (Tuesday and Thursday 1000-1200). The Parish Council is run from the Community Centre, Shute Hill, Bishopsteignton, TQ14 9QL and the council offices are open on Tuesday and Thursday mornings between 10:00am and 12:00pm.

Parish Council meetings are held in the Community Centre, usually on the first Monday of the month starting at 7.30pm. Villagers are welcome to attend and give their views - they often do! Planning and Countryside, and Recreation Committee meetings are usually held at the same time on the third Monday of each month, also at the Community Centre.

If you have an issue that you would like to raise at a Parish Council meeting, please notify one of the parish councillors, or Claire Colyer, to ensure the matter is raised.

More information is available on the Bishopsteignton Parish Council page, where you can find details of council meetings, agendas and minutes.

Teignbridge District Council

The telephone number for the council switchboard is 01626 361101. The contact numbers and email addresses for each of the council departments can be found on the district council website. The postal address is: Teignbridge District Council, Forde House, Brunel Road, Newton Abbot, TQ12 4XX.

Devon County Council

The telephone number for general enquiries is 0845 155 1015. Again contact details for the various council departments are available from the county council website. The postal address is: Devon County Council, County Hall, Topsham Road, Exeter, Devon, EX2 4QD.

Your Councillors

If you wish to contact your local councillors directly, here are their contact details:
Alun Williams (Teignbridge District Councillor, Bishopsteignton Ward)
45 Fore Street
Bishopsteignton
Teignmouth
TQ14 9QR

Chris Clarance (Devon County Council, Teign Estuary Division)
5A Marine Parade
Shaldon
Teignmouth
TQ14 0DP

Telephone: 01626   873792

Email: chris.clarance@devon.gov.uk

Member of Parliament

The Member of Parliament for Newton Abbot constituency is Anne Marie Morris (Conservative).

Address: Templer House, Sandford Orleigh, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 2SQ

Telephone: 01626 368277

email: annemarie@annemariemorris.co.uk

Anne Marie's website is www.annemariemorris.co.uk where you can find details of the surgeries she is holding.

The mobile library visits Bishopsteignton every Wednesday from 14:55 to 15:20 at Bishops Avenue car park, and from 15:25 to 15:50 at the east end of Cockhaven Road. Additionally, every other week (green bin weeks), it stops at Wear Farm (11:15 to 11:40), Grange Park (11:45 to 12:00), Radway Hill (12:05 to 12:15) and Coles Barn (12:25 to 12:35). You can find out more about our local libraries on the Devon County Council website.

How many times have you had a great idea for the village, or, unfortunately, needed to make a complaint? Here is a list of contacts that you might find useful.

Dog Warden:The dog warden is responsible for dealing with stray dogs, emptying dog bins and enforcing "no fouling" regulations. You can find full details of the service at Teignbridge Dog Warden. The Dog Warden is usually available from 8.30am to 5.00 pm Monday to Thursday and Friday from 8.30am to 4.30pm. Please contact: 01626 215881 or 01626 215859 or E-mail srollinson@teignbridge.gov.uk.

Parking: If vehicles have been parked in such a way that they are causing an obstruction, you can notify Teignbridge District Council on 01626 215859 between the hours of 09:00 and 17:00. Outside of these hours, obstructions of the highway are dealt with by the local police (08452 777444).