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River Torridge – Tarka Trail loop from Bideford

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River Torridge – Tarka Trail loop from Bideford

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River Torridge – Tarka Trail loop from Bideford

04:00

15.3km

120m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 16, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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236 m

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.

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580 m

Bideford Railway Heritage Centre

Highlight • Historical Site

Bideford Railway Heritage Centre manages the Bideford station site and Instow signal box, both of which are on the former railway line from Barnstaple to Bideford in north Devon. The old railway line is now part of the popular Tarka Trail and follows the South West Coast Path.

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1.38 km

River Torridge Saltmarsh Viewing Platform

Highlight • River

A quiet spot to take in the sights of the river Torridge saltmarshes, an ecosystem that supports many special plants and rare invertebrates. Be careful though, the wooden boards can be a bit slippery when wet.

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2.55 km

River Torridge

Highlight • River

A good place to stop for a bowl of porridge.

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7.67 km

Rolle Canal Roving Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The roving bridge used to carry the driveway to Beam House, and was used by horses to cross over the canal to the towpath on the other side without unhitching. The bridge underwent restoration in 2000 by Lord Clinton.

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7.98 km

Beam Aqueduct

Highlight • Historical Site

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

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13.9 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

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15.3 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.8 km

1.59 km

592 m

247 m

Surfaces

13.3 km

899 m

689 m

403 m

Elevation

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Weather

Thursday 16 July

26°C

14°C

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River Torridge – Tarka Trail loop from Bideford

Tarka the Otter

Bideford Bridge

Bideford Railway Heritage Centre

River Torridge Saltmarsh Viewing Platform

River Torridge

Rolle Canal Roving Bridge

Beam Aqueduct

Tarka Trail

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