Blackawton

Blackawton

Blackawton is a village and civil parish in the South Hams district of Devon, England. According to the 2001 census it had a population of 647. The village is about six miles west of Dartmouth.

The church is 15th century, with a Norman baptismal font.

Blackawton has hosted an annual worm charming competition since 1980.


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