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Known for
The Pannier Market (one of Devon's finest), the Long Bridge (14 arches over the Taw), the North Devon gateway, and the largest town in North Devon with an exceptional market heritage
A little history
Barnstaple is one of England's oldest boroughs — receiving its charter in 930 AD. The Pannier Market, built in 1855, is one of the finest Victorian covered markets in the West Country. The Long Bridge over the Taw has stood since the 13th century.
The Pannier Market on Tuesdays and Fridays is exceptional for North Devon produce and craft. The Long Bridge walk over the Taw. The North Devon coast — Croyde, Saunton and Braunton — is minutes away.
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Food & drink in Barnstaple
The Pannier Market is the food destination. The town centre has excellent independent restaurants and cafes. Local North Devon produce — seafood, cream and beef — is outstanding.
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Barnstaple is North Devon's commercial hub. The Pannier Market drives independent trade. Strong independent retail alongside the Taw Vale retail park.
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Frequently asked questions
Barnstaple is a place in North Devon known for the Pannier Market (one of Devon's finest), the Long Bridge (14 arches over the Taw), the North Devon gateway, and the largest town in North Devon with an exceptional market heritage. Barnstaple is one of England's oldest boroughs — receiving its charter in 930 AD. The population is around 24,000.
The Pannier Market is the food destination. The town centre has excellent independent restaurants and cafes. Local North Devon produce — seafood, cream and beef — is outstanding.
Yes. Roam is a free local discovery app live in Barnstaple and across North Devon. It is available on iOS and Android.
Local Barnstaple businesses can list on Roam for free in around 90 seconds. Add your business name, address, opening hours and a few photos via the Roam website, and your listing goes live in Roam's discovery feed for users browsing Barnstaple and the wider North Devon area. There is no subscription fee.
Roam covers Barnstaple and the surrounding area in North Devon, including Braunton, Ilfracombe, Croyde, Saunton, Bideford, South Molton, Landkey and Swimbridge.
