Instow

Coordinates:	51.034, -4.11
OS grid ref:	SS 52 28

Instow sits on the estuary where the River Taw meets the River Torridge in North Devon, Devon, England. It faces Appledore across the water and is known for its long promenade, sandy foreshore and strong sailing culture; the nearby former railway line forms part of the Tarka Trail, popular with walkers and cyclists.

The local economy is driven by tourism, holiday accommodation and small businesses, with many residents commuting to Barnstaple. Historically a small port and 19th‑century rail terminus, the area retains a village atmosphere, active sailing and rowing clubs, and important estuary habitats that attract birdwatchers and conservation interest.

Postcode districts covering Instow

Most populated places nearby

Barnstaple 3.7 miles
Bideford 4.5 miles
Ilfracombe 11.6 miles

Neighbouring places

Horwood, Lovacott and Newton Tracey Parish 0.6 miles
Tawstock Parish 2.2 miles
Alverdiscott Parish 2.2 miles
Fremington Built-up area 2.7 miles
Westleigh Parish 2.7 miles
Bickington Built-up area 2.7 miles
Roundswell Ward 3 miles
Bishop's Tawton Built-up area 3.1 miles
Huntshaw Parish 3.2 miles
Instow Built-up area 3.2 miles
Bideford East Ward 3.3 miles
Yarnscombe Parish 3.4 miles

Example postcodes in Instow

EX39 4PB, EX39 4PF, EX31 3JY, EX31 3JJ, EX39 4PE, EX37 9DZ, EX39 4LY, EX31 3WU, EX39 4JB … See all

Transport links

Exeter International Airport 36.8 miles
Cardiff Airport 41.6 miles
Barnstaple Railway Station 3.4 miles
Chapelton Railway Station 4 miles

Hotels in Instow Ad

Schools in Instow

Holywell C of E School Primary
Horwood and Newton Tracey Community Primary School Primary
Instow Community Primary and Pre-School Primary

Local points of interest

Braunton Burrows Hill 5.8 miles
Saunton Sands Beach 6.7 miles
Putsborough Beach Beach 9.1 miles
Mouthmill Beach Beach 13.8 miles
Brownsham Wood Historic site 14.6 miles
Brightley Priory Historic site 19.8 miles