Swimbridge Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Farm building near Accott. Sunlight highlights rows of stubble on this plateau-like area immediately north of 618866. But appearances are deceptive; two deep valleys, the first of them the valley of the River Venn, lie between the corrugated iron barn and the buildings at Middle Stoodleigh, which are in SS6532. The line of sight cuts across the view in the background of 621242, in which the valleys are clearly seen.
Farm building near Accott. Sunlight highlights rows of stubble on this plateau-like area immediately north of 618866. But appearances are deceptive; two deep valleys, the first of them the valley of the River Venn, lie between the corrugated iron barn and the buildings at Middle Stoodleigh, which are in SS6532. The line of sight cuts across the view in the background of 621242, in which the valleys are clearly seen.
Stoke Mill Lane The lane starts (or finishes) at this group of derelict buildings beside a small river. Could the community have been the eponymous mill?. Although some way from the village of Stoke Rivers it seems to be the nearest source of fast flowing water.
Photo by Rabbi WP Thinrod (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Part of the village of Swimbridge, Devon, seen from the northwest. Centre left is St James' parish church.
Photo by Martin Bodman (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Swimbridge: towards Middle Dean Farm Middle Dean is the farm on the left: the farm, cottages and the silos and farm buildings on the right are all on the road from Brayford to Goodleigh
Photo by Martin Bodman (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)

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The Park Hotel

The Park Hotel

4 out of 5
Taw Vale Barnstaple England
The price is AU$154 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$154
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Barnstaple. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (484 reviews)
Clean Room/ Restaurant Closed

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

The Park Hotel
Woodford Bridge Country Club

Woodford Bridge Country Club

4 out of 5
Milton Damerel Holsworthy England
The price is AU$135 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
AU$135
11 Mar - 12 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Holsworthy. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
There was a good range of freshly accessible activities. Even a book and dvd share section, outdoor fun like table tennis and a pool.

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Woodford Bridge Country Club
The Barnstaple Hotel

The Barnstaple Hotel

3 out of 5
Braunton Road Barnstaple England
The price is AU$140 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
AU$140
17 Mar - 18 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Barnstaple. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (400 reviews)
Only had time for the gym and sauna- both very clean. My room was spotless. This is a really good hotel

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

The Barnstaple Hotel
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Westbeach Holiday Apartments

Westbeach Holiday Apartments

4 out of 5
Nelson Rd Bideford England
Stay at this beach apartment in Bideford. Enjoy free parking, rainfall showerheads and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions North Devon Coast and Royal ...
9/10 Wonderful! (136 reviews)
The apartment itself was great but the sofa in the front room was stained and not very comfortable. We booked in for 3 nights and we were issued with one toilet roll that was more happy shopper than premium. The walkway from our apartment to the stairs was barely lit in the evening which wasn’t great. ...

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Westbeach Holiday Apartments
The Mole Resort - Lodges

The Mole Resort - Lodges

4 out of 5
The Lodges at The Mole Umberleigh England
Stay at this family-friendly villa in Umberleigh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (76 reviews)
Really great standard of accomodation, beautiful lodge & spotlessly clean. Great hot tub

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

The Mole Resort - Lodges
House above the beach sleeps 4 with private parking

House above the beach sleeps 4 with private parking

Mortehoe
Stay at this holiday home in Woolacombe. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
10/10 Exceptional! (257 reviews)
We had a great stay. The property is in a perfect location and we'd love to stay again.

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

House above the beach sleeps 4 with private parking
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Popular places to visit

Pannier Market which includes markets and interior views

Pannier Market

Built by the Victorians over 150 years ago, this charming marketplace is still open for business, with craft, antiques and fresh produce on offer.

Pannier Market

Exmoor Zoo

Visit the native and exotic animals who call Exmoor Zoo home during your travels in Bratton Fleming.

Exmoor Zoo

Queen's Theatre

You can make plans for a show at Queen's Theatre during your stay in Barnstaple. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the lively bars.

Queen's Theatre

Arlington Court

Find out about the history of Arlington when you take a trip to Arlington Court. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the lively bars.

Arlington Court

Heddon's Mouth Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Heddon's Mouth Beach during your trip to Barnstaple? Discover the countryside and bars in this relaxing area.

Heddon's Mouth Beach

Woody Bay Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Woody Bay Beach during your trip to Martinhoe? While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Woody Bay Beach

Activities

RHS Garden Rosemoor

RHS Garden Rosemoor

AU$26
per adult
RHS Garden Rosemoor
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