Instow is a small village in North Devon, situated on the estuary where the rivers Taw and Torridge meet. With a population of around 1,500, it offers a quiet, rural setting close to the coast.
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Instow is a village in north Devon, England. It is on the estuary where the rivers Taw and Torridge meet, between the villages of Westleigh and Yelland and on the opposite bank to Appledore. The village lies within the postal district EX 39. There is an electoral ward with the same name, and the ward’s total population at the 2011 census was 1,501. The settlement is characterised by its small‑town feel and proximity to the rivers, offering a quiet coastal environment within reach of nearby villages. Residents benefit from the community’s modest size and the natural setting of the estuary, with its tidal flows and surrounding countryside. The area is typical of rural North Devon, with a strong sense of local identity and a peaceful lifestyle.