Winkleigh, United Kingdom
England · United Kingdom
Winkleigh is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,697. Elevation: 551 ft (168 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Winkleigh
Winkleigh is a civil parish and small village in Devon, England. It is part of the local government area of Torridge District Council. The population of the parish at the 2011 census was 1,305, compared to 1,079 in 1901. The population of the electoral ward in 2011 was 2,068.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,697 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 551 ft (168 m) |
| Coordinates | 50.8558°, -3.9430° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.1 inches (1,121 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Winkleigh
Winkleigh is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,697. The city sits at an elevation of 551 feet (168 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.9°F |
| 8% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 551 ft (168 m) |
| Area | 529.3 sq mi (1,370.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.8558°N, 3.9430°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.4 m (1 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2011 | PLYMOUTH, ENGLAND | Avalanche | 0.4 m | - | 77 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 5.0 in | |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest |
| March | 44°F (6°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.7 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 56°F (14°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 4.5 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 5.0 in | |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 5.1 in | Wettest |
Winkleigh has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 41°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.1") and May the driest (2.6").
Schools in Winkleigh
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winkleigh Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Acorn School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Winkleigh
9 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| BBC Radio Devon | - | UNKNOWN | |
| Ocean City Radio | various | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Mechanical Music Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Drake UK | hip hop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Drake | hip hop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Soundart Radio | diy, experimental | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Torbay Hospital Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Hospital Radio Plymouth | - | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Phonic FM | alternative, community | MP3 160 kbps |
Museums in Winkleigh
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cobbaton Combat Museum | ||||
| Finch Foundry (NT) | ||||
| Great Torrington Heritage Museum | ||||
| Kelly Mine | ||||
| Motor Museum | ||||
| Museum of Barnstaple & North Devon | ||||
| Museum Of Dartmoor Life | ||||
| South Molton Museum | ||||
| St Anne's Chapel | ||||
| The Arthur Westlake Museum | ||||
| War Horse Valley Country Farm Park |
Libraries in Winkleigh
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appledore Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bowring Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chagford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| North Devon Library & Record Office | 0.0 | |||||
| Okehampton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| South Molton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Torrington Library & Tourist Information Centre | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Winkleigh
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pannier Market | |||||
| South Molton Panier Market |
Cafes in Winkleigh
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Winkleigh
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clearwater Brewery | ||||
| GT Ales | ||||
| Honey Wood Orchard | ||||
| Taw Valley Brewery | ||||
| Utopian Brewing Company | ||||
| Yelland Manor Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Winkleigh
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Winkleigh
29 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cardiff International Airport | CWL | Large Airport |
| Exeter International Airport | EXT | Medium Airport |
| MOD St Athan | - | Medium Airport |
| Royal Marines Base Chivenor | - | Medium Airport |
| Swansea Airport | SWS | Medium Airport |
| Belle Vue Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bodmin Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bolt Head Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Brent Tor Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Brookside Farm Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dunkeswell Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Eaglescott Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Eggesford Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Glebe Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gorrel Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Halwell Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Heywood Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hunsdon Lea Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lundy Island Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Marldon Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| North Hill Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Old Park Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| RAF Davidstow Moor | - | Small Airport |
| St Mellion Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Stoodleigh Barton Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tinnel Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Well Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Westacott Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Westover Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Winkleigh
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Winkleigh Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Winkleigh
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All Hallows | |
| All Saints Church | |
| Broadwood Kelly Methodist Church | |
| St James | |
| St Mary the Virgin | |
| St Michael's Church | |
| Winkleigh Methodist Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Winkleigh?
Winkleigh has a population of 1,697 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 529.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Winkleigh?
Winkleigh has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 44.1 inches.
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