Top 7 Things to do in Instow, England

February 11, 2022 Karren Gelb

Discover the best top things to do in Instow, United Kingdom including Tim's Boat Trips, Instow beach, South West Coast Path Walk - Torridge Tarka Trail, Tapeley Park Gardens, All Saints' Chapel, St John the Baptist, Instow, The Old Windmill.
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1. Tim's Boat Trips

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Tim's Boat Trips

Take a gentle trip up the River Torridge. Explore the area from a different angle, most people don't get to see it. You can while away a few hours enjoying the gentle meanders of the river and the stunning wildlife.

2. Instow beach

Instow, Bideford EX39 4JN England
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4.5 based on 624 reviews

Instow beach

Reviewed By tazmillie26 - Bideford, United Kingdom

Still the best beach for a dog walk with lovely views and friendly dog walkers can usually park on road as people coming and going

3. South West Coast Path Walk - Torridge Tarka Trail

Instow Bus Stop, Instow, Bideford EX39 2BU England +44 1392 383560 [email protected] http://www.southwestcoastpath.com/walksdb/111/
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4.5 based on 79 reviews

South West Coast Path Walk - Torridge Tarka Trail

From Bideford catch a bus to Instow, a Victorian seaside resort and an important training area for the D-Day Landings. Walk on the South West Coast Path back along the eastern bank of the River Torridge, following the Tarka Trail cycleway along the old railway line. Features along the 3.3 mile walk include a country mansion with a colourful history and a medieval bridge that kept falling down.

Reviewed By Fred_Gannett - Exeter, United Kingdom

Such a great feature of North Devon the Taka trail (recycled railway line) forms part of the South west coast path. From Braunton through Barnstaple and Bideford then on to Fremington, Instow then out to Torrington and beyond. Has multiple access points and a largely parallel bus service ( number 25 ). Great for walking, running, cycling and strolling along with the dog. Cafe's along route at Instow, Fremington, Bideford, Torrington and East Yard. Cycle repairs and hire at Braunton, Barnstaple (in town), Bideford and Torrington. Gets popular in the summer. Can be windy and bleak in winter on the long flat estuary sections between Instow and Barnstaple. For best wooded sections start at the great cafe "The Puffing Billy" just below Torrington and head either way. Part of national cycle route 27 that stretches from Plymouth to Illfracombe. When walking as a group be sure to all gather on the same side when cyclists ring bell and come along to prevent last second run-across by dogs and kids.

4. Tapeley Park Gardens

Instow, Bideford EX39 4NT England +44 1271 860897 [email protected] http://www.christieestates.co.uk/tapeley-park/
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4.0 based on 198 reviews

Tapeley Park Gardens

Tapeley invites you to do something different today… Tapeley Park gardens is one of North Devon’s best kept secrets. Explore the unique gardens and enchanted woods with centuries’ old trees and lake that’s home to dragonflies and kingfishers. Play croquet on the lawn, stroll to the labyrinth for one of North Devon’s finest coastal views, learn about Tapeley’s history and sustainability projects or just find a quiet corner to sit and listen to the birdsong…

Reviewed By rchd1 - Tring, United Kingdom

We had a lovely afternoon visiting the gardens, despite some sporadic showers. The display about the history of the house and family was very interesting. There's lots to read! The gardens are lovely to walk around and sit in. There is a range of interesting flowers to look at. The kitchen garden was similarly interesting. The artichokes were memorable. The walk to the lake is fairly steep and a bit slippy in places without good grip shoes. If it had been dry, this would have been less of an issue. But it's worth the effort with interesting information about the birds and trees on route. The water lillies weren't quite in flower, but must be lovely when out as there are so many. We sat and had tea in the cafe, which is pleasant. They do decaf tea and oat milk if required. Overall, we'd highly recommend a visit. Apparently, only pre-booked groups can visit the house. They are missing a trick here as we would have stayed longer and paid to visit the house.

5. All Saints' Chapel

Anstey Road, Instow, Bideford England http://www.joinmychurch.com/churches/All-Saints-Chapel-and-Community-Centre-Instow-Devon-United-Kingdom/138027
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6. St John the Baptist, Instow

Rectory Ln, Instow, Bideford EX39 4LU England +44 1271 523033 [email protected] https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/9028/

7. The Old Windmill

Rectory Lane, Instow, Bideford England https://britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/101107604-the-old-windmill-instow

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