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Tapeley Park & Gardens

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Located near the picturesque village of Instow, Tapeley Park sits at the heart of the wider Christie Estate. Tapeley is a private (but welcoming) estate, open to the public and also an impressive setting for events and weddings. From its position high on a hill, Tapeley commands amazing views of the North Devon coast, best seen from the ‘labyrinth’ viewpoint .

Visitors to Tapeley get a sense of being transported back to the Victorian era with a stroll through the beautiful Italian Terraces, created in the nineteenth century. From the same era, the walled vegetable garden supplies the fruits and vegetables which contribute to the organic food menu served in the tea rooms.

Tapeley carries an established air that can only come with the passage of time, as illustrated by the ‘old’ woodland, surrounding the hidden lake, which is home to trees that are almost 200 years old. In recent years, Tapeley has become a focus for sustainability, and examples can be found throughout, from the straw bale house to one of the country’s oldest permaculture gardens, a real treat for gardening enthusiasts.

Stocked with perennials, edibles and beneficial companion plants, in the summer months the permaculture garden is abuzz with bee and insect life. In harmony with nature, this secret garden yields many unique surprises, from Szechuan peppers and Aztec Broccoli to Siberian kiwis and electric daisies.  

Tapeley is an idyllic location, the perfect place to leave the humdrum behind and explore nature at its best. Its wildness is loved by families who can explore natural nooks and choose a spot to have a picnic and the family dog is welcome too.

 Throughout the year, Tapeley hosts events – from open air theatre and weekend festival events to dog shows and choral performances – and details of upcoming events can be found on the Tapeley Park Information Facebook page. It is also a venue which is available for wedding hire – the only one in North Devon to offer the beautiful backdrop of gardens in one direction and coastal views in the other.

The Christie family has long had an association with the nearby village of Instow, which is popular for its postcard views and pleasant village-side beach. From here you can look over the estuary towards Braunton Burrows, also part of the Christie Estate.

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Guide Prices

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
Adult£6.00 per ticket
Child£4.00 per ticket
Friends of Tapeley - unlimited visits£20.00 per ticket
Senior£5.00 per ticket

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

Facilities

Accessibility

  • Accessible to Wheelchair Users

Attraction Facilities

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Catering

  • On-Site café/restaurant

Establishment Features

  • Dogs Accepted
  • Free car parking
  • On-site coach parking
  • Picnic Area
  • Toilets

Key Features

  • Smoking Some Areas

Payment Methods

  • Accept Bank Transfers, Internet Payment or SWIFT/IBAN
  • Cash accepted
  • Contactless payment accepted

Tours and Demonstrations

  • Educational Visits Accepted

Travel & Trade

  • Group discounts available

Venue Facilities

  • Groups Accepted

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Road Directions

Tapeley Park is located between Bideford and Barnstaple, near the village of Instow. Visitors can follow brown tourist signs from the A39 onto the B3233 (and should be wary of following Sat Nav directions as this takes them to the wrong place).  Although in the parish of Westleigh, the Tapeley turning is just beyond the road to the village, a right turn to Tapeley Park (coming from Bideford direction).

Public Transport Directions

There is a local bus stop near to the bottom of the drive but beware the drive is half a mile long and uphill. Tapeley Park can also be accessed via the Tarka Trail cycle path.

Access Information

PARKING

Designated parking provided for guests with disabilities
Drop-off point for guests immediately outside the main entrance
Route from the parking area to the nearest public entrance is:
Flat, ie. without steps
With a ramp

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ACCESS TO PUBLIC AREAS (Displays, exhibits, rides etc)

Level access, ramp or lift to dining area
Level access (i.e. no steps or thresholds) or access by a ramp or lift to:
Public toilet suitable for visitors who use a wheelchair

GENERAL

Routes / pathways throughout the attraction suitable for visitors with limited mobility
Seating available throughout the attraction at appropriate intervals, for visitors with limited mobility

This information is self-assessed; therefore we accept no liability for its accuracy. Please contact the venue for further information.

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