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South West England

Great Torrington

Tarka Trail – River Torridge loop from Great Torrington

Road cycling routes

South West England

Great Torrington

Tarka Trail – River Torridge loop from Great Torrington

Moderate

63

riders

Tarka Trail – River Torridge loop from Great Torrington

02:44

60.9km

560m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 19, 2026

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The surface along some of this route may not be suitable

Some segments of your route comprise a surface that may not be suitable for your chosen sport.

After 50.9 km for 151 m

After 52.8 km for 126 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

Get Directions

31.5 km

Taw Valley

Viewpoint

2

36.2 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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3

45.9 km

The Boathouse at Instow

Highlight • Cafe

4

47.0 km

Instow Station on the Tarka Trail

Highlight • Cycleway

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.

Tip by

5

51.7 km

Tarka Trail

Highlight • Cycleway

Covering 180 miles (290 km) through Devon, the Tarka Trail is one of the longest traffic-free bike paths in the UK. There's a lot more to it than just this section. The route leads through stunning and diverse scenery, from white beaches to green countryside and impressive sea cliffs. The route is flat and well surfaced, making it an ideal cycling location for any level of rider. You can read more about the Tarka Trail, here: tarkatrail.org.uk

Tip by

6

52.9 km

River Torridge

Highlight • River

A good place to stop for a bowl of porridge.

Tip by

7

57.7 km

Beam Aqueduct

Highlight • Historical Site

The sound of rushing water is evocative and relaxing on the warmest of days, washing any fatigue downstream.

Tip by

8

59.0 km

Puffing Billy Trading Co. on the Tarka Trail

Highlight • Cafe

B

60.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

25.0 km

21.0 km

12.8 km

1.62 km

345 m

183 m

Surfaces

57.8 km

2.73 km

345 m

137 m

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Friday 10 July

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