Walking and Cycling

One of the longest medieval bridges in England, being 677 feet (222 yards) long with 24 arches.

Using the old course of the rail line, the Tarka Trail is a popular track for people of all ages. Popular with leisure enthusiasts, the track is walked, ran and even cycled on! Not brought your bike with you? Bideford Cycle Hire is conveniently situated close to the Tarka Trail. Your journey begins

Way of the Wharves is a volunteer lead community project researching and communicating the history of the the wharves at East the Water. Connected to Bideford by the long bridge East the Water has a long industrial history including: shipbuilding, lime kilns and horticulture, potteries and tobacco