Barnstaple Magistrates' Court listings today. View daily hearing schedules, case results, and upcoming cases at North Walk, Barnstaple EX31 1DX.
Daily Listings Summary for Barnstaple Magistrates' Court
The official court schedule for Tuesday, 23rd June 2026 comprises a total of 9 cases listed for hearing at Barnstaple Magistrates' Court.
Hearings are scheduled to commence at the following times: 10:00, 14:00.
Proceedings will be conducted across courtroom 02.
Members of the public and accredited media representatives are generally permitted to attend these hearings, subject to any reporting restrictions that may be in place.
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Barnstaple Magistrates' Court sits at the Barnstaple Law Courts on North Walk, Barnstaple, Devon EX31 1DX. Serving the communities of North Devon — including Ilfracombe, Bideford, South Molton, and Braunton — this courthouse handles criminal, civil, and family matters for one of the most rural catchment areas in the South West. Our listings page is updated daily so you can check hearing schedules, case details, and court results for Barnstaple Magistrates' Court cases today without delay.
Types of Cases Heard at Barnstaple Magistrates' Court
As a combined magistrates', county, and family court, the Barnstaple courthouse deals with a wide range of proceedings. On the criminal side, magistrates hear summary offences such as common assault, criminal damage, drink-driving, shoplifting, public order breaches, and breaches of community protection notices. Single justice procedure (SJP) cases — typically involving TV licence evasion, minor motoring offences, and rail fare evasion — are also processed here. The county court jurisdiction covers money claims, housing disputes, bankruptcy petitions, and small claims, while the family court handles divorce hearings, child arrangement orders, domestic abuse protection orders, and public law children cases.
Court Building, Opening Hours & Contact Details
The court building is open Monday to Friday from 9:30 am until close of business. Telephone enquiries are answered between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm on weekdays, and the court counter operates strictly by appointment only. For magistrates' court enquiries, contact the Courts and Tribunals Service Centre on 0330 808 4407 (Monday to Friday 8:30 am – 5:00 pm, Saturday 8:00 am – 2:00 pm). Family court queries can be directed to [email protected], and civil court matters to [email protected]. For Single Justice Procedure cases, email [email protected] or call 0300 303 0656.
Getting to Barnstaple Law Courts
Barnstaple Law Courts is situated in the town centre, just off the B3233 and close to the junction of the A361 and A39. If travelling from the M5, exit at Junction 27 and follow the A361 into Barnstaple, then follow signs toward the Civic Centre. There is no dedicated court car park, but the North Walk pay-and-display car park (EX31 1DU) is approximately 100 metres away and has 66 spaces. Blue Badge holders may use the Civic Centre permit-only car park, though prior notification is required. By public transport, Barnstaple railway station is around a 10-minute walk from the court, and local bus routes 21, 21A, 21B, 21C, and 301 stop at the nearby Fairview stop, just one minute on foot from the building.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find out if my case is listed at Barnstaple Magistrates' Court today?
You can check this page for the latest daily listings. Alternatively, contact the Courts and Tribunals Service Centre on 0330 808 4407 or visit the HMCTS hearing listings portal for Barnstaple.
Does Barnstaple Magistrates' Court handle Crown Court cases?
No. Indictable-only offences and more serious either-way matters committed for trial are sent to nearby Crown Courts such as Exeter. The Barnstaple courthouse only handles summary and either-way offences at the magistrates' level. If you are attending a hearing at a nearby Devon court, you may also find our Exeter Magistrates' Court listings or Newton Abbot Magistrates' Court listings useful.
Is there parking near the court?
Yes. The nearest public car park is North Walk car park (EX31 1DU), around 100 metres from the court building, with 66 paid spaces available on a first-come basis.
