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Description
The Taw/Torridge Estuary has the third largest concentration of waders in Devon. Specialties are Aranylile, with a possibility of Batla. Fremington Quay and Pill is on the South shore of the River Taw West of the town of Barnstaple.
Details
Access
Leave the town of Barnstaple (south of the river) on the B3233, after passing through Bickington look for sign to Fremington Quay on the right, this narrow minor road runs beside Fremington Pill and has some pull ins (technically passing places), to check this area for birds. Further down this road is Fremington Quay with a car park. The circular route that is shown on the map is about 5 km.
Terrain and Habitat
Scattered trees and bushes , Grassland , River , Sea , City/village , Agriculture , Mud flatsConditions
Flat , Wet , High water possible , Open landscapeCircular trail
YesIs a telescope useful?
YesGood birding season
Spring , Autumn , WinterBest time to visit
Spring , Autumn , Autumn migration , Spring migration , WinterRoute
Paved road , Wide path , Narrow trailDifficulty walking trail
EasyAccessible by
Foot , Bicycle , CarBirdwatching hide / platform
NoExtra info
At Fremington Quay is a section of the Tarka Trail cycle path that runs from Barnstaple via Bideford, those with time can walk further East or West along this path.