Instow is in Devon, South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode EX39 4JU), in the parish of Instow.

How do I get to Instow?

The nearest railway station is Barnstaple, about 8.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode EX39 4JU.

Is Instow a protected site?

Yes — Instow is part of the Taw-Torridge Estuary SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the North Devon National Landscape (AONB).

How do I get to Instow?

Drivers can navigate to postcode EX39 4JU. It sits within the North Devon parliamentary constituency.

Villages · South West England

Instow

In or near Instow.

Instow — a village in england south west.

Plan your visit

Typical visit: 1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station: Barnstaple · 8.4 km

A British village — settlements of this size traditionally cluster a green, parish church, pub and post office around historic land routes.

Photo gallery

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Protected designations

Site of Special Scientific Interest: Taw-Torridge Estuary SSSI
Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: North Devon

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Instow is a village located in South-West England, with a population of 706. This coastal settlement is known for its scenic views and proximity to the estuary. The village features a mix of residential properties and local amenities, catering to both residents and visitors. Its location makes it a suitable base for exploring the surrounding area.

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Coordinates: 51.0537, -4.1792
County: Devon
District: North Devon
Parish: Instow
Postcode: EX39 4JU
Parliamentary constituency: North Devon
Population: 706
Nearest railway station: Barnstaple — 8.4 km

Sources

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Other places nearby

Nearby

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Hotels · South West England

The Commodore Hotel

The Commodore Hotel — a hotel in england south west.

↗ commodore-instow.co.uk

Phone box at Instow - geograph.org.uk - 1324063

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Beaches · South West England

Instow Beach

Instow Beach is a beach in the United Kingdom.

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Lighthouses · South West England

Instow Rear Lighthouse

Instow Rear Lighthouse — lighthouse in North Devon, England.

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Lighthouses · South West England

Instow Front Lighthouse

Instow Front Lighthouse — lighthouse in North Devon, England.

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Historic churches · South West England

Church of St John the Baptist

Church of St John the Baptist — Grade I listed church in Instow, Devon, England, UK.

FreeGrade I

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Memorials & monuments · South West England

Instow War Memorial

Instow War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-south-west, United Kingdom.

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Where to eat & stay near Instow

Places to stay

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Hotels · South West England

The Commodore Hotel

The Commodore Hotel — a hotel in england south west.

↗ commodore-instow.co.uk

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Campsites · South West England

Marshford Camping & Caravan Site

Marshford Camping & Caravan Site — a campsite in england south west.

Free↗ marshfordcamping.co.uk

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Campsites · South West England

Tarka Trail Camping

Tarka Trail Camping — a campsite in england south west.

↗ tarkatrailcamping.co.uk

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Campsites · South West England

Great Knightacott Farm Campsite.

Great Knightacott Farm Campsite. — a campsite in england south west.

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Hotels · South West England

The Pines

The Pines — a hotel in england south west.

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Hotels · South West England

Durrant House Hotel

Durrant House Hotel — a hotel in england south west.

↗ durranthousehotel.com