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About Barnstaple

Barnstaple is North Devon's main town, positioned where the River Taw meets the sea. The A361 North Devon Link from the M5 provides the quickest access, whilst the A39 Atlantic Highway connects the coast. With over 50 EV charging points available, it's well-placed for exploring Devon's beaches and moors. The Victorian Pannier Market has traded continuously for over 900 years in its original glass-roofed hall.

Where is Barnstaple on the map?

Barnstaple is in England, at 51.080, -4.058 - about 8 km north of Tawstock.

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12 chargers

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Nine holes from pub to pub through the real streets of Barnstaple. Every cup is a bar somebody actually drinks in.

Pub Crawl Golf: Barnstaple9 holes, one ball

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What is the closest airport to Barnstaple?

The closest airport to Barnstaple is Bristol Airport, 134 km (about 1 h 48 min by car).

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