Grenofen Tunnel, Drake's Trail
Copyright David Smith (geograph.org.uk)
59kms
West Devon Way
- About this route
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The West Devon Way is a 37-mile walking trail linking Okehampton with Plymouth via Tavistock. This important part of Devon’s recreational route network runs through superb countryside, with attractive scenery along the western edge of Dartmoor and much historical and heritage interest.
The downloadable booklet/PDF is good for navigating the route; but note that on the ground there may be some signage gaps.
- Getting Around
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Plymouth has excellent public transport connections with buses running frequently from around the county, it is also on the main trainline.
Okehampton and Tavistock have regular bus services running from around the county, see the Travel Devon website for latest travel times.
- Facilities
- Plymouth, Yelverton, Tavistock and Okehampton have all facilities, refreshments and toilets can be found near Horrabridge.
- Terrain
- Varied terrain with few steep climbs. One flat surfaced section suitable for all
You can explore more in this area
- Geology
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Plym Bridge Woods
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Plym Bridge Woods
Springtime in the valley of the River Plym sees the Plym Bridge Woods floor carpeted by wild flowers including wood anemone,...
