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Bideford Bridge – Appledore Village loop from Instow

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Bideford Bridge – Appledore Village loop from Instow

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(20)

131

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Bideford Bridge – Appledore Village loop from Instow

05:22

20.7km

120m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The route includes a crossing by ferry. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 24, 2026

This route includes a ferry crossing

Tips

Includes a ferry crossing

Check ferry timetable.

After 18.4 km for 626 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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3.10 km

Instow Beach

Beach

3.59 km

Instow Beach

Highlight • Beach

The free parking along the road is only for 1hr with no return for 1hr go at 17:01

Tip by

4.25 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

8.42 km

Bideford Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

Large flocks of starlings can be seen in late summer after riding under the bridge. The bridge offers great views along Bideford Quay and on the Torridge Bridge.

Tip by

10.4 km

River Torridge Riverside Path

Highlight • Viewpoint

At low tide, you can walk along the beach here on the banks of the River Torridge. The views here across the river are wonderful.

Tip by

12.2 km

Abandoned boats along the River Torridge

Highlight • River

lovely spot for wildlife , egrets, ducks, curlews

Tip by

14.2 km

Appledore Village

Highlight • Religious Site

Appledore is a beautiful coastal village characterised by its winding narrow streets, colourful houses, and rich maritime history. The village is located on the banks of the River Torridge and provides some excellent views across the crystal clear water toward Instow on the other side.

The village features a number of fantastic pubs, restaurants, and cafés, as well as some shops, two churches, and a ferry port which can take you to Instow.

Tip by

14.4 km

St Mary's Church, Appledore

Highlight • Other

15.1 km

Appledore Colorful Streets

Highlight • Settlement

20.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.83 km

4.52 km

3.74 km

2.81 km

1.18 km

664 m

Surfaces

8.67 km

4.60 km

3.98 km

1.25 km

1.14 km

738 m

Elevation

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Weather

Tuesday 30 June

19°C

15°C

11 %

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Bideford Bridge – Appledore Village loop from Instow

Instow Beach

Instow Station on the Tarka Trail

Bideford Bridge

River Torridge Riverside Path

Abandoned boats along the River Torridge

Appledore Village

St Mary's Church, Appledore

Appledore Colorful Streets

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