The Fallapit Estate

Situated on 25 acres, Fallapit House was first documented in the early 14th century and for 400 years between the mid 15th and the mid 19th century was one of the two main South Devon seats of the Fortescue family, who were also major landowners in north Devon.  In its present form, the house appears to be a rebuilding of circa 1815, extended in the mid 19th century, with a few subsequent alterations.  In the recent past (1947-1997) Fallapit was occupied by the St Thomas More School.

The plans for Fallapit House entail the demolition of the recent school buildings but the retention of all the elements of the older house, stables, service buildings and gardens.  The house will be converted into residential use with new structures built beside.  The surrounding grounds will be opened up, returning the setting of the house to its previous and intended grandeur.