Exminster

Exminster is a village and civil parish in the Exeter district of Devon, England. It is located on the west bank of the River Exe, about four miles south of the city of Exeter. The parish includes the hamlets of Week and Exton.

Historically, Exminster was an important centre for wool trading. The parish church, St Martin's, is a large Perpendicular Gothic building with a notable tower. The village retains a rural character, with much of the surrounding landscape being agricultural land and marshland, part of the Exe Estuary.

The Exe Estuary is a significant habitat for wading birds and is a popular area for birdwatching, walking, and other outdoor activities. Exminster Golf Course is also situated within the parish. The village has a primary school, a village hall, and a few local shops and public houses.

Transport links are good, with Exminster railway station providing services on the Great Western Main Line. The A379 road runs through the village, connecting it to Exeter and the coast. The population of Exminster has grown in recent decades, with new housing developments contributing to its expansion. Despite this growth, efforts have been made to preserve the village's character and its connection to the surrounding natural environment.