Cycle the Tarka Trail

Due to the latest government advice regarding COVID-19, we have taken the decision to close Bideford Bicycle Hire until further notice.
We all have to think of the safety of our staff also the vulnerable and our friends & family members at these uncertain and constantly changing times.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for their support and understanding, we hope to see you all as soon as this situation is over.

Stay safe and Stay home.

Come and cycle the Tarka trail, with all your family and friends. Following the old railway line safe from the dangers of traffic, through tranquil Tarka country. The trail is a level and traffic free cycle way cutting through Devon’s beautiful countryside. We have free car parking for our customers and private access onto the trail, offering 34 miles of safe traffic-free cycling.

North follows the Torridge & Taw estuary’s

The route north follows the Torridge estuary, soon coming to the village of Instow. Stop here for lunch or laze on the beach and gaze across to the historic fishing port of Appledore. Take a picnic or visit one of the many cafes or pubs on route to enjoy the local produce.

The trail continues on towards Barnstaple, following the Taw estuary past fields, marsh and a wild life reserve, a bird watcher’s paradise.

The trail South to Torrington Station

The trail south is totally different as at first it follows the valley of the river Torridge, from side to side through the woods and a tunnel, crossing the weir, until reaching Torrington station.

Onwards from here the trail climbs gently through the sheltering woods to East Yarde. For the cycling enthusiast with lots of energy remaining you can carry on to Meeth Holt.

The Tarka Trail Map