Brixton Parish offers the opportunity to embrace village and rural life: a sense of community, tranquillity, a safe environment with public green spaces and beautiful landscapes benefitting from a wide range of local facilities. Our community benefits from both the South Devon National Landscape (formerly Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty) and the close proximity to the historic port city of Plymouth.
The parish of Brixton has a long history which can be traced back to the Domesday Book. The local economy was traditionally based on farming, together with other rural and commercial activities around the river Yealm. The village of Brixton visibly reflects its history with its 14th Century Church and Priests’ Cottages, alongside the historic Feoffee Trust owned cottages and park.
Modern housing, such as Carrollsland (to the south west) and Canes Orchard in Brixton Village, has shaped the current character of the parish and the community, as demand for homes has grown over the years. Construction started of the new town of Sherford in 2016, much of which is currently within the Brixton Parish boundary.
DCC weekly round upNew partnership to tackle water quality issues; Additional millions to repair Devon roads; New community car club launches; and new woodland planted at Stover Country ParkVisit website 13th March 2026 |
Local Government Reorganisation in DevonLocal Government Reorganisation
As Devon moves through the Local Government Reorganisation process, it’s important that you feel well-informed and have a chance to share your thoughts on the future of local Government in the area.
The five proposals put forward, with information on the thinking behind their submissions, can be located on the following website https://www.devonlgr.co.uk/
Once you have read the proposals, please have your say in the Government consultation. The deadline for feedback is Midnight 26 March 2026.
Visit website 13th March 2026 |
DCC weekly round upCelebrations as Stover Country Park completes restoration; International Women's Day on Sunday; Changes to recycling from later this month; and the new Crisis and Resilience FundVisit website 6th March 2026 |
DCC weekly round upNew budget prioritises roads, children and SEND; Fourth anniversary for Ukraine; We're shortlisted for two national awards; and Stover Country Park's restoration programme is finishedVisit website 28th February 2026 |
DCC weekly round upBudget for roads, children, libraries and communities; free World Book Day costumes; inclusive activities; and Ilfracombe careers fairVisit website 20th February 2026 |
DCC weekly round upSEND funding boost, look after your heart this Valentines Day, call for tobacco legislation...Visit website 13th February 2026 |
