Barnstaple Magistrates', County and Family Court

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There were 4 hearings listed at Barnstaple Magistrates', County and Family Court on 21 April 2026. View the full cause list above with times, courtrooms, and judges.

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Barnstaple Magistrates', County and Family Court is located at Barnstaple Law Courts, North Walk, Barnstaple, EX31 1DX. Arrive at least 30 minutes before your hearing for security checks.

You can reach Barnstaple Magistrates', County and Family Court on 0300 123 5577. Barnstaple Magistrates', County and Family Court publishes 9 separate numbers for different departments — see the court contact panel for the full list.

Barnstaple Magistrates', County and Family Court publishes the following opening hours: Court open: Monday to Friday 9:30am until close of business; Telephone enquiries answered: Monday to Friday 9am to 4pm; Counter open: Strictly by appointment only. Always check the court website before visiting, as hours can change on bank holidays.

You can email Barnstaple Magistrates', County and Family Court at Contactcrime@justice.gov.uk. Include your case reference number and your full name in any correspondence.

Yes — This building has stairs to both courtrooms however there is level access to a platform lift which can allow users with mobility difficulties to access the level access courtrooms and waiting areas. The platform lift can take mobility scooters and wheelchairs. If you are concerned about access please contact the court office on 01271 340412.

Yes — Court/hearing room video conferencing facilities and prison to court video link facilities are available (by prior arrangement).

Most hearings at Barnstaple Magistrates', County and Family Court are open to the public unless reporting restrictions apply. Check the listing notes for each case. Remote hearings may require prior arrangement.

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Barnstaple Magistrates', County and Family Court handles cases relating to bankruptcy, civil, crime, divorce, family, social security. Hearing types may include trials, sentencing, case management, bail applications, and appeals depending on the court's jurisdiction. In the last 7 days, 50 hearings have been listed here.

CauseAlert shows scheduled hearings, including cases listed "for Sentence". However, outcomes and sentencing remarks are not published through HMCTS cause lists. For sentencing results, check the Judiciary website (judiciary.uk) for sentencing remarks, or local news coverage.

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