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Overview

An easy 4.5 mile walk on moorland, passing Wistman's ancient woodlands, crossing the river Cowsic via a weir and walking alongside The Devonport leat . 

Starting at the small quarry car park on the B3212, opposite the Two Bridges Hotel about 4 miles east of Tavistock . 

Wednesday, 31 July 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Easy
Distance:
7.2km / 4.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Rocky terrain and several stiles.

If the River is too high to cross at the weir we will head up to Longaford Tor and walk back via Crockern Tor, the seat of the ancient Stannary Parliament. 

We will stop for a coffee break.

Toilets and refreshments in The Two bridges Hotel

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SX 60936 75001
Nearest postcode:
PL20 6SR
what3words:
takers.politics.haystack
Start time:
10:00 am

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking