Flat and easy to ride trail, we picked it up in Barnstaple and followed to Bideford. I am sure there are lovely views across the Estuary however we didn't get to enjoy them as there was a low sea mist the day we rode! Some nice little cafe stops along the way at old stations.

A. D. Wilson

July 26, 2019

Road cycling

The Tarka trail along the river taw is a flat disused railway line running from Braunton on the north shore to Bideford on the Torridge, it then continues through Torrington and on to Meeth. Flat and steady, well-surfaced path for riding, running, walking etc.

Blair H

October 29, 2018

Road cycling

You ‘start to get a feel’ that you are on a coastal adventure when you pass the North Devon Sailing Club at this point.

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Best routes to Instow Station on the Tarka Trail

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1. Victoria Park, Bideford – Fremington Quay Café loop from Bideford

56.9km

02:31

220m

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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2. Fremington Quay Café – Victoria Park, Bideford loop from Abbotsham

36.6km

01:41

250m

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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3. Bike Shed Bike Shop & Café – Victoria Park, Bideford loop from Barnstaple

49.5km

02:14

430m

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Location: Instow, North Devon, Devon, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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Instow Station on the Tarka Trail

1. Victoria Park, Bideford – Fremington Quay Café loop from Bideford

2. Fremington Quay Café – Victoria Park, Bideford loop from Abbotsham

3. Bike Shed Bike Shop & Café – Victoria Park, Bideford loop from Barnstaple

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