Great Torrington is situated on a cliff top, over
looking the river Torridge. The view from the ramparts of the former
castle is wonderful, the landscape to the south, is laid out in a
patchwork of hedges and fields to the hills beyond.
The town saw action in the civil war the history of which is well
represented in the town, in later years the wealth of the town was based
on wool and glove manufacturing.
Visitors to the town should take the time to visit the cliff walk below
the castle walls affording a stunning view of the valley below. The main
car park gives easy access to both the town and castle cliff walk.
Local towns and villages to visit
Appledore
Barnstaple
Bideford
Braunton
Croyde
Great Torrington
Instow
Tel: 01805 624233
Bike Hire
Torridge Cycle Hire, Station Yard, Torrington Tel: 01805 622633
The Pixie Kiln, West Putford, Holsworthy
Devon , Tel: 01409241435
Sea fishing at Seaton and Sidmouth. Boats can be hired from the beach at Sidmouth and Beer. The best time for fishing at Seaton is between Sept and Nov for bass. Sidmouth Bay is best in spring and summer. Trout fishing on stretches of the Rivers Exe, Otter and Sid. Coarse fing on the Exeter Canal.
Sailing
In Sidmouth Bay and at Beer.
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