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Tarka Trail: Instow to Fremington

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Tarka Trail: Instow to Fremington

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    1. Ilfracombe loop from Barnstaple & the Tarka Trail — North Devon ANOB

    49.4km

    03:22

    700m

    700m

    Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    2. Barnstaple and Ilfracombe loop

    67.6km

    04:41

    1,110m

    1,110m

    Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    July 21, 2022

    The Tarka Trail is England's longest traffic free cycling and walking route. It stretches for just over 30 miles from Braunton to Meeth via Barnstaple.

    The trail follows a disused railway line and you will find many pubs and cafes to refuel, rehydrate and rest weary legs. It is named after Tarka the Otter, from the 1927 book of the same name by Henry Williamson.

    Keep an eye out for sculptures along the route as it is also one of Sustrans Art Trails.

      November 10, 2020

      Nice route by the river with a good surface, ideal for low impact bike touring
        A flat easy ride with stunning scenery and plenty of wildlife to spot along the way

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

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