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Around the Hound (The Bluebell Walk)
Visorando Member
3.65 mi
+702 ft
-682 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Manaton (Devon)
This is a short, circular walk on established paths around a popular and accessible part of Dartmoor. Great at any time of year, but look out for the outstanding display of bluebells in late April and early May; hence the alternative name of the walk. Finish with a well deserved pint at the Rugglestone Inn in Widecombe.
Stage 4 Devon's Coast-to-Coast : Holne to YHA Dartmoor Bellever
Association / Club / Walk leader15.36 mi
+2,093 ft
-1,637 ft
8h 55
Moderate
Departure from Holne (Devon)
This stage has a sting in the tail as an option for all those YHA lovers. The Two Moors Way goes about 5 miles east of YHA Dartmoor at Bellever but that shouldn't stop you from staying there. The extra few miles at the end of this stage and the journey back to the Two Moors Way at the beginning of the next stage are in no way laborious, rather a bonus.
Haldon Moor
3.23 mi
+646 ft
-646 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Bishopsteignton (Devon)
Superb views over the Teign Estuary from the hills above the village, and remnants of a historic Bishop’s Palace.
Huntingdon Warren & Lud Gate from Scorriton
7.12 mi
+1,430 ft
-1,414 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from West Buckfastleigh (Devon)
This Dartmoor route uses a section of the Two Moors Way. The route follows paths and tracks although a good sense of direction is needed in what can be an unforgiving landscape. After wet weather, streams may be in spate so care is needed crossing them.
Mel Tor to Bench Tor and back
3.83 mi
+889 ft
-915 ft
2h 30
Moderate
Departure from Widecombe in the Moor (Devon)
Includes a fording of the Dart river as long as it's not in spate!
Luton - Bishopsteignton
3.54 mi
+489 ft
-512 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Bishopsteignton (Devon)
Devon heathland, farmland and woodland, with a pretty village midway.
Totnes town trail
AONB1.26 mi
+118 ft
-118 ft
0h 40
Easy
Departure from Totnes (Devon)
Discover the Totnes of times gone by. A walk through Totnes’ narrow streets to discover a town crammed full of history. This walk can be extended by following the River Dart to nearby Dartington along the riverside path.
Stokeinteignhead & Maidencombe
7.67 mi
+1,736 ft
-1,749 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Shaldon (Devon)
A lovely village and a Brunel memorial, plus dramatic clifftop walking and superb views.
Shaldon
4.96 mi
+659 ft
-666 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Shaldon (Devon)
A stretch of coastline, a pretty village at the mouth of the Teign and some pleasant inland farmland.
Dartmeet to Belstone near Okehampton - Dartmoor Perambulation
20.05 mi
+2,415 ft
-2,165 ft
11h 20
Very difficult
Departure from Widecombe in the Moor (Devon)
This is the second stage of the Dartmoor Perambulation.
This route follows the eastern section of the original route; key checkpoints are used.
This section of the route offers various terrains, from country lanes to some reasonable hills to climb.
This route is completed, following the Visorando App, but may need local variations due to weather conditions and access. Read the Notes for more guidance
Avon Dam and Two Moors Way
10.14 mi
+840 ft
-863 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from South Brent (Devon)
A circular walk on Dartmoor, taking in the Avon Dam and its reservoir and part of the Two Moors Way.
Shipley Bridge, out to Red Lake and around Avon Reservoir
8.62 mi
+827 ft
-837 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from South Brent (Devon)
This route follows the river upstream towards the Avon Dam, before skirting around the reservoir and then follows a section of the Abbot's Way, a long-distance walk across Dartmoor. Continuing around the back of the reservoir, around Huntington Warren, and the clapper bridge. Leaving the river and up to the Red Lake, disused China Clay Works, and the Tip. The route back then follows an old disused tram track, across Brent Moor, passing the Water Treatment Works, back to the start.
Walk without a full turn-by-turn description, to be followed using the Visorando app - see Notes
Dartmoor Warren House Inn to Chagford Circular
14.78 mi
+1,883 ft
-1,886 ft
8h 25
Difficult
Departure from North Bovey (Devon)
A circular walk in the east of Dartmoor following roads and paths, including sections of the Two Moors Way. The walk includes a mix of open moorland, footpaths and quiet roads where the farming hinterlands meet the moor. Except for the section north of the road near the Warren House Inn, all the paths are well-trodden and waymarked. There are some steep sections. Apart from the high moors, this walk is fairly sheltered from the prevailing SW winds.
Bennett's Cross to Grimspound and the Golden Dagger mine
3.53 mi
+597 ft
-623 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Chagford (Devon)
This route starts at Bennett's Cross, a moorland cross marking a boundary, then circles an area on Dartmoor, where over many centuries, Tin was mined. Leading onto the Two Moors Way and Grimspound, a well-preserved Bronze Age Settlement, it is thought that the occupants mined in the area. The route then leads through the heart of the mined area, with Headland Warren, another area on the moors where rabbits were farmed. To finish back at the cross, which is near the highest Inn in Southern England, where the fire in the hearth has reputedly stayed lit since the 1800s.
Stage 5 Devon's Coast-to-Coast : YHA Dartmoor Bellever to Drewsteignton
14.68 mi
+1,309 ft
-1,667 ft
7h 55
Moderate
Departure from Dartmoor Forest (Devon)
This stage is the last part of the Two Moors Way in Dartmoor National Park. First, it retraces steps back to Bennet's Cross to join the trail and then avoids the high ground to the west by heading for the Teign Valley. There are a mix of landscapes and a real high point at Hunter's Tor near Castle Drogo.
Dunnabridge Pound, and the River West Dart Stepping Stones
1.31 mi
+157 ft
-164 ft
0h 45
Easy
Departure from Dartmoor Forest (Devon)
The River Dart, both the East and West Dart, rise high on Dartmoor, flowing down off the moors, to meet at Dartmeet. Each river has many must-see places; this short walk leads to one of the West Dart's attractions. The walk leading down to the river of the West Dart, stepping stones, a quiet spot to watch wildlife, or have a picnic.
Green Lanes around Cornworthy
6.50 mi
+804 ft
-784 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Cornworthy (Devon)
A circular walk using some of Devon's historic 'green lanes' through Cornworthy, Tuckenhay and Allaleigh. The route passes through the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with views from coast to moor.
Sittaford Tor and Hartford Tor
6.75 mi
+640 ft
-666 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Dartmoor Forest (Devon)
This is an unmarked hike (but mainly obvious paths during clear days) located on the easter side of Dartmoor National Park. During this trip, you will enjoy peaceful moors, great views from tops and stone circles historic site.
East Dart River, waterfall, and the Beehive hut
4.91 mi
+495 ft
-492 ft
2h 40
Moderate
Departure from Dartmoor Forest (Devon)
The moorland hamlet of Postbridge in itself is always worth a visit, with it's 12th century clapper bridge, believed to have been built by the tinners. Venturing up to see the East Dart waterfall makes the visit to the area worthwhile. The route follows the river upstream to the waterfall, and if conditions are suitable, crosses the river and returns, passing some Bronze Age Settlements.
During adverse weather, and if the river is in spate (flood), see Notes.
Clifford Bridge to Fingle Bridge and Butterdon Down
7.70 mi
+1,237 ft
-1,214 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Moretonhampstead (Devon)
A wonderful circular walk from Clifford Bridge to Fingle Bridge on a gentle path along the River Teign before heading steeply onto Butterdon Down and descending back to Clifford Bridge. Beautiful woodland views.
Fingle Bridge
5.37 mi
+797 ft
-807 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Drewsteignton (Devon)
Lovely walk to discover the Dartmoor National Park. This walk starts from Fingle Bridge National Trust and has great view on Castle Drogo.
Stage 6 Devon's Coast-to-Coast : Drewsteignton to Morchard Bishop
14.89 mi
+1,447 ft
-1,611 ft
8h 05
Moderate
Departure from Drewsteignton (Devon)
Stage 6 is a tricky navigational test as we leave the Dartmoor National Park and head into Mid Devon. The route crosses the A 30, the main Exeter to Barnstaple rail line and the busy A 377. There's plenty to keep you occupied and some pretty hamlets to go through (avoiding some interesting villages, so you might be tempted to go off-route at some point).
Gara Bridge and Bickham Bridge circular
3.34 mi
+259 ft
-243 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Diptford (Devon)
A short walk through the Avon valley, mostly on green lanes and footpaths.
Brixham Headlands
5.85 mi
+476 ft
-463 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Brixham (Torbay)
A circuit linking Brixham’s two headlands. Giving fine views out over Torbay and towards the mouth of the Dart. Plenty of local history from Napoleon to the historic fishing fleet of the harbour, mixed in with an abundance of superb wildlife and nationally protected landscapes.
Dartmouth Greenway round
9.79 mi
+1,414 ft
-1,411 ft
5h 45
Difficult
Departure from Dartmouth (Devon)
The lower half of the Dart Valley Trail, a great circular walk in itself! One of the area’s truly great walks, this day- long ramble follows the wooded banks of the broad and beautiful Dart estuary, on a route crammed with gems and jewels of human and natural history.
Dartmouth town trail
1.26 mi
+62 ft
-62 ft
0h 40
Easy
Departure from Dartmouth (Devon)
Discover the heritage of the town. A gentle walk around the town of Dartmouth taking in historic features of interest. There is an audio guide for this walk which is best listened to along the route via the South Devon AONB walks webpage.
Kingswear and Waterhead Creek
1.47 mi
+197 ft
-197 ft
0h 50
Easy
Departure from Kingswear (Devon)
A short waterside and woodland stroll. This short walk skirts the edges of Waterhead creek in Kingswear before heading into the woods alongside the estuary and back along the railway line.
Kingswear to Froward Point
5.02 mi
+932 ft
-902 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Kingswear (Devon)
Castles and cliffs, seals and skylarks. A circular walk around to the mouth of the Dart estuary with views out to sea and along to Start Bay. Explore the World War 2 battery at Froward and find out more about the Daymark.
Kingswear to Greenway
4.50 mi
+676 ft
-696 ft
2h 40
Moderate
Departure from Kingswear (Devon)
A lovely linear walk up the Dart Estuary. Enjoy views of the estuary as you pass through woodland, farm fields and the Greenway Estate. You can choose to return by water, on foot or by steam!
Kingswear to Coleton Fishacre coast path circular
6.50 mi
+1,270 ft
-1,270 ft
4h 05
Difficult
Departure from Kingswear (Devon)
This is a (mostly) circular walk that takes in a short section of the South West Coast Path and passes sub-tropical plants, dramatic cliffs and WW2 relics on a route that skirts the beautiful Coleton Fishacre house and gardens. The path is clearly marked and well-trodden. There are several steep sections and plenty of steps, but there are lovely views as compensation.
Woodhuish and Mansands
3.50 mi
+925 ft
-919 ft
2h 25
Difficult
Departure from Kingswear (Devon)
A network of paths and green lanes on a wild and rugged coastline just around the corner from Brixham. Beautiful beaches, the silvery sea, and the curves, cliffs and coves of a superb stretch of the coast.
Throwleigh Church loop
4.04 mi
+253 ft
-262 ft
2h 05
Moderate
Departure from Throwleigh (Devon)
A beautiful walk past granite Devon longhouses and open moorland on the edge of Dartmoor. It's recommended to do this walk clockwise as the last footpath is difficult to find going in the other direction.
Stage 3 Devon's Coast-to-Coast : Ivybridge to Holne
13.31 mi
+1,775 ft
-1,362 ft
7h 40
Moderate
Departure from Ivybridge (Devon)
Stage 3 takes us right into the Dartmoor National Park and is where the original Two Moors Way starts. Once out of Ivybridge, past the old Stowford Paper Mill and out onto the moors, you really feel that you're on a long-distance trail. Look out for the MW signs as you work your way across the tops, through Scorriton to reach Holne.
The River Erme : Ivybridge to Ermington
8.15 mi
+407 ft
-417 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Ivybridge (Devon)
From the edge of the moors into the AONB. A lovely wander following the valley of the River Erme, in an area where the wild beauty of the moor and the mellow delights of rolling South Devon meet and merge.
Dartmouth Castle, Gallants Bower and Compass Cove – Defences of the Dart
1.92 mi
+479 ft
-479 ft
1h 20
Moderate
Departure from Dartmouth (Devon)
A peaceful woodland walk up to the earthworks of a Civil War fort, then around the headland to enjoy views along the coast and out to sea.
Brownstone, Froward and Coleton
2.96 mi
+699 ft
-699 ft
2h 00
Moderate
Departure from Kingswear (Devon)
A walk exploring the wild and rugged coastline of the AONB. This walk is a perfect mix of natural and local history – with the spectacular coast of the Brixham and Kingswear Peninsula, and the WW2 military site at Froward Point.
Cosdon Beacon from South Zeal
6.52 mi
+1,184 ft
-1,175 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from South Tawton (Devon)
A Dartmoor walk that includes the most north-easterly summit in the National Park which offers some fine views especially to the north. The route needs careful navigation at the start and in poor weather you need a good sense of direction and compass skills.
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