The Saltram Park Estate, Plymouth

(S/E) Start at the park and ride entrance W3W>>>

Note: along the first section, follow the circular street sign with a fish, which is part of the N27 cycle route. Be mindful that this section is also used by cyclists.

Head south along the road. As directed, cross the road by the old level crossing following the signage under the flyover. There will be a metal sculpture of a fish on top of a waterwheel, with Marsh Mills on one side and Fresh Salt on the other, a reminder of what this area was once used for. Continue as directed over the railway line.

(1) The route will start to follow the river.

(2) The path splits, take the right-hand route, leading down and past the bird watching hides overlooking the dammed (bunded) area of the estuary, designed to attract migratory and resident birds. Continue along the well-defined path, past the Amphitheatre (Folly) to Saltram Point.

(3) Saltram Point is where the N27 route continues along The Ride, at this point keeping left with the path, which will lead up through woodland. Initially, before the hill starts to climb, the area on the right, known as Chelston Meadow, and out of interest, was once the site of the City's refuge dump, now overgrown. The route up through the valley changes from tree to field, and at the top, meets another access road onto the estate. Turn left, and past the main entrance to Saltram House (a).

(4) The route now loops past and down past the ancillary buildings, meeting up with the split in the path, leading to the bird hides. Now continue back past, and to the start (S/E).

Before the walk

1. Ensure the walk matches your needs.
2. Check the weather forecast
3. Be prepared with suitable clothing and footwear
4. Personal medication
5. Always keep hydrated; take a drink.
6. Use the Visorando app, download the walk to your mobile.

• Transport: Bus Services pass through from the City Centre, Marsh Mills, and to Plympton. The City bus services are frequent
• Parking: Vehicle parking - The Marsh Mills park and ride carpark, at the start.
• Timing: The time taken is estimated, to allow extra time, when appropriate, for exploring and personal pace.
• Accessibility: This route has been assigned "Easy" due to a reasonable footpath and the distance.
• Facilities: There is a convenient local drive-through fast food outlet at the start. There is also a cafe at Saltram House

Start: This walk's starting point, by the Public house- W3W >>>

During the walk

• The Route: Where applicable, keep to the defined paths
• Follow the Highway and Country Codes: Respect the inhabitants and other Countryside users
• Leave no trace: leave only footprints, but take away great memories
• Dogs: Keep under control, and bag it and bin it, don't sling it.
• This is part of the Cycle way, be mindful of cyclists.

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Along the route

(a) The Satram House, a grade 1 listed building >>>> There is a convenient cafe within the outbuildings

Nearby

• There is a nearby campsite, often used as a stopover for travellers waiting to catch a ferry to Europe. >>>
• The Plym Valley Railway, near the start point