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| TRAVELLING TO NORTH DEVON BY
ROAD: Leave the M5 at Junction 27 (Tiverton) and take the A361 towards South Molton.
Head through South Molton and follow signs for Torrington. Continue through Atherington,
after approximately three miles turn right into West Greylake. Useful maps and extensive directions can be obtained from the following websites:
www.multimap.com
www.rac.co.uk
TRAIN: Umberleigh Railway Station is just four miles from West Greylake. It is a rural station
on the Tarka Line which is served by trains between Barnstaple and Exeter. There are regular connections to Exeter (approximately one hour) and Barnstaple (approximately 15 minutes). Exeter provides main line station facilities and regular direct trains to London and beyond.
Times, ticket information and online booking available at:
www.thetrainline.com
COACH: National Express Coaches operate regular services to both Barnstaple and Bideford.
For full details, journey planner and timetables visit their website:
www.nationalexpress.com
AIR: Exeter International Airport is approximately 33 miles from West Greylake. Connection flights to/from most UK airports are available including Heathrow and Gatwick. Car hire
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readily available with Avis Car Hire within the airport terminal or can be pre-booked online:
www.avis.co.uk
www.exeter-airport.co.uk
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| LOCAL TRANSPORT
BUSES: The Old Cob Barn is situated within a rural area of North Devon, although there
are bus services locally, these are infrequent and do not travel within walking distance.
TAXIS: Taxis are readily available but do need to be pre-booked. We can supply you with
phone numbers of local operators if required.
CYCLE HIRE: There is a wide range of graded cycle routes in the Tarka Country, with something to suit everyone, from the rather wobbly to the most experienced road or mountain biker. Off road routes away from busy traffic will appeal to families with young children, while there are longer on-road routes along quiet lanes which wind their way through peaceful countryside and historic villages. Some local cycle hire companies offer a delivery and collection service:
www.bikarooni.co.uk
www.biketrail.co.uk | |
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| LOCAL SHOPS AND FACILITIES
The nearby market town of Great Torrington has a good selection of shops. For supermarkets and high street shopping you will need to visit nearby Bideford or Barnstaple, both approximately 15 minutes by car. | |
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| PUBS AND RESTAURANTS
There is a huge choice of pubs offering excellent dining within the area,
here are just some of the pubs within easy reach of The Old Cob Barn.
The Cranford Inn, St. Giles in the Wood: A good range of beers and guest ales in a spacious and elegantly furnished farmhouse atmosphere of warmth and character with low beams and an inglenook fireplace. The restaurant provides a charming and intimate setting in which to indulge yourself in generous helpings of English fayre made from local produce.
The Rising Sun, Umberleigh: This traditional 13th Century inn overlooking the River Taw offers you a superb choice of dining. Choose, as you will, from the splendid Table d'Hote menu or, should you prefer, explore the more casual bar menu with additional daily specials.
The Old George, High Bickington: A small country pub in the village of High Bickington.
Here you can be sure of a warm welcome and the food they serve in their small restaurant
is excellent. It is also very reasonably priced. Children welcome. | |
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