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Instow today

Instow café, takeaway & delicatessen

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Serving Instow since 1926.

We’ve served our seaside community and beyond for the last 100 years – sharing our passion for local flavours and heritage.

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Instow
Café

With our artisan deli as its larder, our
Instow café promises unrivalled
freshness & quality. Serving breakfast,
lunch and afternoon tea, pop in for a
local bite and a delicious cup of coffee.
Bring the whole family – we’re proudly
dog-friendly!

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Opening hours:

4 & 5 Marine Parade, Instow, Bideford EX39 4HY.
01271 860 310 [email protected]
Mon-Sun: 8.15AM TO 5.00PM
Food Until 4.00PM
Sat-Sun: 8.30AM TO 5.00PM
Coffee & Cake Until 4.00PM
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Instow
Takeaway

Food and drink on the go! Our takeaway menu
is perfect for skipping the cooking at home,
breakfast or lunch with a view, or grabbing a
coffee for a walk on Instow beach.

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Opening Hours

4 & 5 Marine Parade, Instow, Bideford EX39 4HY.
01271 860 310 [email protected]
Mon-Sun: 8.15AM TO 5.00PM
Food Until 4.00PM
Sat-Sun: 8.30AM TO 5.00PM
Coffee & Cake Until 4.00PM
artisan cheese

Instow
Deli

In our Instow deli, you’ll find local produce,
artisan cheeses and gins, an extensive
charcuterie section, lovely rustic breads and
more. Much better than the big shop!

Deli
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Opening Hours

4 & 5 Marine Parade, Instow, Bideford EX39 4HY.
01237 429065 [email protected]
Mon-Fri: 8.15AM TO 5.00PM
Sat-Sun: 8.30PM TO 5.00PM
Mon-Sun UNTIL 4.30PM
instow beach hut

Instow
Beach Hut

Delicious drinks and eats, without leaving
the beach! Get award-winning pasties, hot
drinks, milkshakes, and build your dream
ice cream at our Beach Hut on Instow
Beach. Reopening from April 2026.

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A local’s guide:

Why visit Instow?

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Picturesque & Peaceful

Panoramic views of the estuary & countryside.

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Family Friendly

That includes those with four legs!

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Sandy Beach

With calm waters great for kids, dogs and walkers.

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Independent Businesses

Just like Johns!