Barnstaple, Devon, England

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Barnstaple is a town in the district of North Devon, in Devon, England. Located some 55 km (34 miles) from the county town of Exeter, Barnstaple has a population of 34,000 people (2012 estimate).

Guide to Barnstaple Hotels

Here's a list of hotels in Barnstaple that you can book online, with full description, star rating, address, location map, evaluation, and prices as offered by different booking sites. This helps you to make your room booking with the site that offers the best price.

Barnstaple, Devon, England
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More on Barnstaple

Barnstaple claims to be the oldest borough in the United Kingdom. The settlement dates back to pre-Saxon times, and is of probable Roman origin. Centuries of building and rebuilding has created a hodge-podge of buildings in the town center, with the majority of the old buildings from the 19th century.

Visiting Barnstaple

From Manchester, take the M5 motorway to Junction 27. Continue west on the A361 road until Barnstaple.

Pannier Market, Barnstaple
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Places of Interest in Barnstaple

Butchers Row
A row of historic shops built in 1855.
Lundy
Largest island in the Bristol Channel.
Museum of Barnstaple & North Devon
Local museum providing an understanding of regional history and displaying local artifacts.
Pannier Market
Historic market building completed in 1856. Of interest is its high glass and timber roofing.
Queen's Theatre
Local theater assuming its present appearance in 1993.

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