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South West England

Barnstaple Clock Tower – Barnstaple Long Bridge loop from Barnstaple

Bike touring routes & trails

South West England

Barnstaple Clock Tower – Barnstaple Long Bridge loop from Barnstaple

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Barnstaple Clock Tower – Barnstaple Long Bridge loop from Barnstaple

01:37

20.3km

340m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 3, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 10.6 km for 153 m

After 11.6 km for 588 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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2.88 km

Barnstaple Clock Tower

Highlight • Monument

Connecting Barnstaple and Tawstock, the Barnstaple Long Bridge is one the longest medieval bridges in Britain, dating back to around 1280. As such, it is a Grade-I listed building and …

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2.90 km

Barnstaple Long Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

Barnstaple Long Bridge is a medieval bridge that spans the River Taw, linking Tawstock with Barnstaple. It is a Grade I-listed monument and one of the largest medieval bridges in Britain.

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3

4.51 km

River Taw Pedestrian Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

From Seven Brethren to Rock Park.

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4

4.67 km

Tunnel of Trees

Highlight • Viewpoint

Steps at Eastern end.

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5

4.82 km

Rock Park Recreation Ground

Highlight • Rest Area

Rock Park is a lovely park near the centre of Barnstaple, nice cycle track along and over the river.

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6

10.7 km

Caroline Thorpe Memorial, Codden Hill

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful at night and sunset, fantastic point to run walk or bike too if you like a bit of the off-road stuff.

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7

17.3 km

Bike Shed Bike Shop & Café

Highlight • Cycleway

Bike shop with attached cafe with lots of seating inside & out and indoor bike storage.

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B

20.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.94 km

4.56 km

3.19 km

2.86 km

1.80 km

1.77 km

145 m

Surfaces

9.56 km

6.22 km

3.74 km

642 m

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