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10 The Trail forms the northern half of the superb National Bike-It Cycle Network route 27 known as the ‘Devon Coast 65 Newport Road, to Coast’ and you will notice these blue, red and white Barnstaple, EX32 9BG Tel: 01271 323873 NCN 27 signs on the path. Along the route there are some excellent coastal Planet Bike and market towns to explore. Ilfracombe, Braunton, Unit 47, Upcott Avenue, Pottington Business Park, Barnstaple, Bideford and Great Torrington all offer Barnstaple, EX31 1HN great variety and interest. There are also a multitude of Tel: 01271 327455 small villages and settlements on or close to the Trail Web: www.planet-bike.co.uk with quality pubs, cafes and places to stay. The Bike Shed The Square, With this map we hope to provide the information Barnstaple, EX32 8LS Locator map and advice you need when cycling for short or long Tel: 01271 328628 distances along this wonderful Tarka Cycle Trail. Web: www.bikesheduk.com

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