Chittlehamholt, Umberleigh, EX37 9NU

Chittlehamholt, located in the EX 37 postal district of Devon, England, is a small parish that emerged from the historic parish of Chittlehampton. The original parish had a population of 820 and was divided into two exclaves; Chittlehamholt to the south and a portion of the modern parish. Over time, Chittlehamholt developed into a separate parish in its own right. The area retains its rural character and is part of the broader Devon countryside. Residents and visitors can expect a tranquil environment, with the community’s roots reflected in its modest size and historical ties to the larger Chittlehampton parish. The locality’s designation as a parish within Devon underscores its local governance structure and its place within the county’s network of rural settlements.