Bringing Barnstaple's history to life

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Our maps include Newcourt's map of Barnstaple from the 17th century, a plan of the town from 1843, as well as maps from the 20th century.

Check the box of the map you wish to view, and it will overlay onto the present day Barnstaple, so you can see how much or how little has changed!

Artist Rosemary Barrow could always be found, whatever the weather, sitting on her little stool with her watercolour palette and sketch pad, chatting to passersby as she captured beautiful local scenes. Her daughter, Amelia Isaac, created the Rosemary Barrow Trail to honour her mother's legacy within the town, and to share her work to a wider audience after her death in 2019. The trail brings her artwork back into the town to inspire others and encourage people to explore.

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Thank you for wanting to know more about the rich and vibrant history of Barnstaple. As you journey along the trail you will discover many wonderful examples of Barnstaple's heritage, from the Medieval era to the Victorian age, and to its heydays of industry and trade - the discoveries are endless.

Feel free to follow our recommended route but don't be scared to explore and go your own way!

Discover Barnstaple on foot with this walking trail.

Welcome to historic Barnstaple, one of the oldest boroughs in England. This trail guide takes you to some of the most significant features of our ancient town.