A Dartmoor classic
This Wild Walk includes one of Devon's most beautiful woodlands, riverbank footpaths along the Teign Valley and open moorland with panoramic views.
Approx time: 3.5 hours
Approx distance: 7.5 miles
Start: Steps Bridge car park, near DWT Dunsford nature reserve.
https://www.devonwildlifetrust.org/sites/default/files/2018-07/Dunsford%20Wild%20Walk%20A4%202pp.pdf
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A Torridge and Tarka Trail trek
This Wild Walk includes one of DWT's most popular nature reserves, walking through Halsdon's oak woodland and along the River Torridge. The walk also takes in Beaford Wood, the landscaped parkland of the Heanton Satchville estate, a section of the Tarka Trail and two crossings over the Torridge.
Approx time: 4.5 hours
Approx distance: 8 miles
Start: Ashwell car park, DWT Halsdon nature reserve.
https://www.devonwildlifetrust.org/sites/default/files/2018-07/Halsdon%20Wild%20Walk%20A4%202pp.pdf
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Birds of the Avon Valley
DWT South Efford Marsh is one of the South Hams' premier birdwatching sites. This Wild Walk takes in the nature reserve and its bird hide, then four miles of the Avon valley's fine views, woodlands, undulating bridleways and meandering streams.
Approx time: 3.5 hours (including time spent wildlife-watching on the reserve)
Approx distance: 4 miles
Start: Timbers car park, next to A379 roundabout at Aveton Gifford
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Where will your next wild walk take you?
Experience the wild Atlantic coast or a quarry reclaimed by nature
Explore estuaries, or the tors of Dartmoor
Each of our Wild Walks takes in a DWT nature reserve and the countryside around it.
DWT’s Wild Walks are suitable for a range of abilities. Walks range in length from 4 to 8 miles, using footpaths, bridleways and minor roads.
https://www.devonwildlifetrust.org/visit-us/wild-walks
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Explore Devon The Stover Trail is a traffic-free route which connects Newton Abbot to Bovey Tracey. This flat, off-road family friendly route passes close to the beautiful Stover Country Park and will eventually extend towards Lustleigh and Moretonhampstead in Dartmoor National Park. A new bridge across the busy A38 dual carriageway ensures a safe crossing.
http://www.exploredevon.info/activities/cycle/stover-trail/
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Where will the trails lead you? Explore the network of trails on bike or foot, try some outdoor activities or relax, enjoy and learn at the Tamar Trails Centre & Café. A great place for family days out in Devon or Cornwall whether you are on holiday or live locally. Come and see what we have to offer at this hidden gem in the Tamar Valley on the Devon and Cornwall border.
The Tamar Trails Centre is the new hub for a network of family trails and outdoor activities in this unique and stunning area of Devon, which is a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and part of the Cornwall & West Devon Mining Landscape World Heritage Site. Located in the Tamar Valley, just across the river from Cornwall, the venue houses a cafe, heritage centre, plus facilities and outdoor activities perfect for group adventures and family days out in Devon or Cornwall.
https://www.tamartrails.co.uk/
Tamar Trails Centre Woodlands, Gulworthy, Tavistock PL19 8JE
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Distance: 9.6 km or 6 miles one-way. Option of return via bus (No. 1 Service), or retrace route (for a total of 12 miles).
Time: Approximately 2.5 - 3 hours in one direction.
Summary: From Exeter (Pennsylvania and University Campus) to Killerton. Much to see including: nature, wildlife, history and archaeology. Fine views over Exe, Culm and Clyst Valleys. Walks ends at historic Killerton House and Park (National Trust) where refreshments are available.
A very varied route. Some on surfaced paths and tracks. Some on unsurfaced footpaths. Some sections on quiet country roads. One short section on busier minor road. Several moderate hills. A few sections can be muddy following wet weather, so stout footwear advised. Some gates, no stiles. Not suitable for Buggies/wheelchairs.
Return journey: Bus available (Stagecoach no.1 Service) back to Exeter from near Killerton at Budlake, or from Broadclyst, or retrace route on foot.
Killerton House. If you were intending to visit Killerton house and gardens check for details and availability at Killerton | National Trust.
Getting to The Start: take a P Bus from Exeter city centre. Or a ten minute walk from top of University of Exeter Campus (Northcott Theatre, Great Hall, Innovation Centre etc) via Belvedere Road or Higher Hoopern Lane.
https://eastdevon.gov.uk/media/3722703/walk-from-exeter-to-killerton.pdf
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Part of the Exeter Green Circle
The Alphin Brook Walk (about three miles) - follows the valley of the Alphin Brook. The upper section of the brook flows through rich agricultural land. This is separated from the city by a ridge of hills. As it reaches the Exe valley the brook is tamed in a modern channel to prevent it flooding the old village of Alphington. The channel also protects its modern neighbour the industrial estate of Marsh Barton. Discover views and locations that are all part of Exeter but which often seem miles from a city.
Leaflet: https://exeter.gov.uk/media/1047/green-circle-alphin-brook-walk.pdf
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Part of the Exeter Green Circle
The Ludwell Valley Walk (almost three miles) - explores the Riverside Valley Park, passing over the historic Exeter Ship Canal and the River Exe with its weirs and former mills. In contrast through the Ludwell Valley Park the walk follows the quiet Northbrook overlooked by sloping meadows. Quiet roads and lanes link Wonford and Whipton with names that echo the former rural nature of the area such as Sweetbrier Lane and Woodwater Lane.
Leaflet: https://exeter.gov.uk/media/1049/green-circle-ludwell-valley-walk.pdf
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Part of the Exeter Green Circle
The Hoopern Valley Walk is a little over two miles. It winds close to the City Wall and through the centre of St David's revealing the now dry valley under the Iron Bridge. Elsewhere it follows parts of the picturesque Hoopern Valley. It will take you through the University of Exeter's Streatham Estate with its arboretum. Near the high point of the route, there are views to the sea in one direction and Dartmoor in another. These views also take in Duryard Valley Park.
Leaflet: https://exeter.gov.uk/media/1048/green-circle-hoopern-valley-walk.pdf
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