Location and coordinates are for the approximate centre of Atherington within this administrative area. Geographic features and populated places may cross administrative borders.
Gazetteer of the British Isles (Edinburgh: Bartholomew, 1887). John Bartholomew
Atherington, par. and vil., N. Devon, 1 mile from Umberleigh ry. sta. and 7 miles SE. of Barnstaple, 3326 ac., pop. 518; P.O.