Best Devon Walks |
Best Bideford Walks |
2 TOP Walks |
Bideford Bridge |
Walk 1 | Town Trail |
1.4 miles (40 mins) | |
Walk 2 | Bideford to Appledore |
3.2 miles (1h 20) | |
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Walk 1 Town Trail (1.4 miles) | ||
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Bridgeland |
Difficulty:
A town trail highlighting Bideford's rich history with some steps and a climb.
The Walk
A Statue of Charles Kingsley, author of Westward Ho
B The Quay ; Sir Richard Grenville played a major role in the transformation of Bideford from a small fishing port into a significant trading port with the new American colonies, later specializing in tobacco importation .
C Rose of Torridge, a listed building
D The Kings Arms
E Allhalland St , the original entrance to the town
F Town Hall
G St Mary’s Church & Graveyard
H Buttgarden St where tobacco used to be stored.
I Pannier Market, dating back to late 16th century.
J King St . Used to overlook the river.
K Cooper St, where barrels used to be made.
L Bridgeland St where wealthy merchants used to live.
M Willet St, where the potteries used to be.
N Rope Walk. Here rope was manufactured.
O Old Custom House,
The Kings Arms , First In Last Out, The White Hart | |
Riverbank Long Stay, Kingsley Road |
SATNAV Car Park Postcode:EX39 2QS |
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Walk 2 Bideford to Appledore (3.2 miles one way) | ||
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Difficulty:
A delightful walk following mainly public footpaths. with lots of opportunities to explore the natural beauty of this region.
Check timetable for bus 21a from bideford.
Other options:
Riverbank Long Stay, Kingsley Road |
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Walks near Bideford: |
Ilfracombe |
Enjoy short and easy walks along a dramatic coastline. |
Combe Martin |
Exploring the highest point of the South West Coast Path. |
Barnstaple |
Various popular Walks with superb coastal views. |
Appledore |
Great walks hrough a landscape designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest. |
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