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Barnstaple, Devon

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An historic town on the River Taw. The most interesting historic building is probably the restored 13th century bridge. You can also see remnants of a Norman castle mound. The parish church of St Peter dates to 1107, and boasts a twisted lead spire and a separate 15th c chantry chapel. The 180 mile long Tarka Trail starts at Barnstaple, and the long distance South West Coast Path passes through the town. Barnstaple is well known for its award-winning floral displays. Five miles away is the National Trust stately home of Arlington Court, which boasts an intriguing historic carriage collection.
Barnstaple, Devon, England

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Attraction Type: Town
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Nearest Attractions Marwood Hill - 2.8 miles (Garden) Arlington Court - 5.2 miles (Historic House) Cobbaton Combat Collection - 5.3 miles (Museum) Tapeley Park - 6.1 miles (Historic House) Chambercombe Manor - 8.5 miles (Historic House) Rosemoor Garden - 10.5 miles (Garden) Clovelly Court Gardens - 16.6 miles (Garden) Culbone, St Beuno's Church - 19.6 miles (Church)

Nearest Towns and Villages Braunton - 5.9 miles away Umberleigh - 6.8 miles away Appledore - 6.9 miles away Bideford - 8.6 miles away Westward Ho - 8.7 miles away Ilfracombe - 9.2 miles away Woolacombe - 10 miles away Lynton - 13.2 miles away

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Nearest Self Catering Cottages

Hardwick Flat - 1.5 miles from Barnstaple Barnstaple, Devon Sleeps: 3 Stay from: £165

2 Kingsacre - 5.6 miles from Barnstaple Braughton, Devon Sleeps: 6 Stay from: £295

Lantern Cottage - 6.6 miles from Barnstaple Appledore, Devon Sleeps: 4 Stay from: £280

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The Royal and Fortescue Hotel - 0 miles from Barnstaple Barnstaple, Devon Stay from: £50.00

Yeo Dale Hotel - 0.5 miles from Barnstaple Barnstaple, Devon Stay from: £40.00

The Imperial Hotel - 0.5 miles from Barnstaple Barnstaple, Devon Stay from: £58.00

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Nearest Bed and Breakfasts

Tannery House - 4.2 miles from Barnstaple Dennington, Devon From: £60.00

Huish Moor - 4.8 miles from Barnstaple Bideford, Devon From: £65.00

Travellers Rest Old Church - 4.9 miles from Barnstaple Umberleigh, Devon From: £35.00

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Barnstaple
Tourist Information Centre
Museum of North Devon
The Square
Barnstaple
Devon
England
EX32 8LN
Tel: 01271 375 000
Fax: 01271 374 037
Email: info@staynorthdevon.co.uk
Web: http://www.staynorthdevon.co.uk/
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