Dunnabridge Pound, and the River West Dart Stepping Stones

Start: Parking: Dunnabridge car park, just off B3357, Yelverton PL20 6SA.

(S/E) At the start, cross the road and the cattle grid, walking east. The footpath will be on the right. Continue on the path; it will lead all the way down the hill and to the river. Follow the river downstream, passing old two-pillar supports for a footbridge. This was once used by fishermen/guests who stayed at the nearby Prince Hall.

(1) West Dart stepping stones can, and is used as a crossing point; however, due consideration must be given to the historic and expected weather. The river in spate will rise very quickly and soon cover the stepping stones. Return the same way (S/E).

• At the start, there is parking for a number of vehicles. There are additional parking areas, a short distance to the west.
• This is a short walk down to the river, ideal for watching wildlife and having a picnic.
• During wet weather, the path down can get very muddy. Wear appropriate footwear and clothing.
• Be mindful that the river can rise quickly and cover the stepping stone
• Should you venture across the stepping stones, and the river should rise, even not cover them. It is advisable to follow an alternative route. This is not part of the route, as an Escape Route: There is a small stream flowing into the river. Follow upstream heading south, cross the stream at another set of stepping stones continue south to the farm track. There is a moorland farm to the right, where help may be sought, or follow the farm track south then east towards the made-up road. Turn left to the Forest Inn to get assistance.

1. Dunnabridge Pound. Before leaving, enter the Pound; there is a small gateway. This is a medieval stock pound, inside is the Judge's Chair, the chair, although it may have been a shelter for the shepherd, is suggested as being the stone table and chair, taken from the nearby 'Stannary Parliament. >>>>
2. Dartmeet, where the two rivers, the East and the West Dart, meet, where there is an old Clapper Bridge >>>
3. Hextworthy, with the bridge over the river, is famed by the Beatles, when their tour bus got stuck >>>
4. Forest Inn >>>