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.

A. D. Wilson

November 10, 2020

Cycling

Nice route by the river with a good surface, ideal for low impact bike touring

Braunton Countryside Centre

October 13, 2020

Cycling

A flat easy ride with stunning scenery and plenty of wildlife to spot along the way

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Best routes near 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

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

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2. North Devon Cycle Route

67.6km

04:41

1,110m

This difficult 42.0-mile (67.6 km) touring cycle route in North Devon offers diverse scenery, from coastal views to the Tarka Trail.

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3. Tarka Trail – River Taw loop from Weare Giffard

54.4km

03:10

220m

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

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

Other Popular Places to Check Out

Barnstaple Clock Tower

The Torrs Cliffs

Combesgate Beach

View of the North Devon Coast

Chelfham Viaduct

Lee Village

U.S. Assault Training Center LCT Concrete Structures, Braunton Burrows

River Taw Pedestrian Bridge

Abandoned Boat on the Tarka Trail at Fremington Quay

View of Chivenor from Fremington Quay

Morte Point

Great Hangman

Tarka Trail: Instow to Fremington

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

2. North Devon Cycle Route

3. Tarka Trail – River Taw loop from Weare Giffard

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