Avon Dam and Two Moors Way
Departure from South Brent (Devon)
A circular walk on Dartmoor, taking in the Avon Dam and its reservoir and part of the Two Moors Way.
Huntingdon Warren & Lud Gate from Scorriton
Departure from West Buckfastleigh (Devon)
This Dartmoor route uses a section of the Two Moors Way. The route follows paths and tracks although a good sense of direction is needed in what can be an unforgiving landscape. After wet weather, streams may be in spate so care is needed crossing them.
Stage 4 Devon's Coast-to-Coast : Holne to YHA Dartmoor Bellever
Departure from Holne (Devon)
This stage has a sting in the tail as an option for all those YHA lovers. The Two Moors Way goes about 5 miles east of YHA Dartmoor at Bellever but that shouldn't stop you from staying there. The extra few miles at the end of this stage and the journey back to the Two Moors Way at the beginning of the next stage are in no way laborious, rather a bonus.
Stage 3 Devon's Coast-to-Coast : Ivybridge to Holne
Departure from Ivybridge (Devon)
Stage 3 takes us right into the Dartmoor National Park and is where the original Two Moors Way starts. Once out of Ivybridge, past the old Stowford Paper Mill and out onto the moors, you really feel that you're on a long-distance trail. Look out for the MW signs as you work your way across the tops, through Scorriton to reach Holne.
The River Erme : Ivybridge to Ermington
Departure from Ivybridge (Devon)
From the edge of the moors into the AONB. A lovely wander following the valley of the River Erme, in an area where the wild beauty of the moor and the mellow delights of rolling South Devon meet and merge.
Gara Bridge and Bickham Bridge circular
Departure from Diptford (Devon)
A short walk through the Avon valley, mostly on green lanes and footpaths.
Cornwood, Hall Cross, Moor Cross
Departure from Cornwood (Devon)
Circular walk from Cornwood, some on roads, skirting the Western edge of Hangar Down.
Cornwood via Dendles Wood, High House Waste, East Rook Gate
Departure from Cornwood (Devon)
Mixed road and moorland walk taking in beautiful ancient oak woodland and high moorland views.
Cornwood, Hangar Down via Hangar Cottage & Moor Cross
Departure from Cornwood (Devon)
A circular walk, some on roads, crossing Hangar Down.
Cornwood, Hangar Down, Blachford
Departure from Cornwood (Devon)
Varied walk starting and ending in Cornwood Square. Some road but open moorland, farmland and walled footpaths.
From Cornwood via Quarry lake and East Rook Gate
Departure from Cornwood (Devon)
Varied walk including ancient forest, a Quarry lake and open moorland. Fabulous views across to Plymouth Sound.
Cornwood to Piles Copse Weir
Departure from Cornwood (Devon)
Walk across high moor above River Erme passing ancient oak woodland of Piles Copse.
Totnes town trail
Departure from Totnes (Devon)
Discover the Totnes of times gone by. A walk through Totnes’ narrow streets to discover a town crammed full of history. This walk can be extended by following the River Dart to nearby Dartington along the riverside path.
Cornwood area, China clay works
Departure from Cornwood (Devon)
Amazing views over the China clay works, mica pits, and views across to Plymouth sound in one direction and moorland in the other.
Mel Tor to Bench Tor and back
Departure from Widecombe in the Moor (Devon)
Includes a fording of the Dart river as long as it's not in spate!
Loddiswell and Middle Avon Valley
Departure from Loddiswell (Devon)
A perfect mix of riverside, ancient woodland and beautiful countryside. A beautiful leafy walk following the amber waters of the River Avon through classic English woodland, starting and finishing in the tranquil village of Loddiswell.
Green Lanes around Cornworthy
Departure from Cornworthy (Devon)
A circular walk using some of Devon's historic 'green lanes' through Cornworthy, Tuckenhay and Allaleigh. The route passes through the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with views from coast to moor.
Aveton Gifford
Departure from Aveton Gifford (Devon)
A perfect taste of South Hams countryside. This inland walk bowls along on paths and green lanes, taking in hills and combes, gentle pasture, woodland and stream, with views across to the moor for good measure.
Aveton Gifford to Bigbury at low tide
Departure from Aveton Gifford (Devon)
A circular walk through stunning scenery from Aveton Gifford to Bigbury following the tidal road, paths, tracks and the beach. There are excellent views of the Avon estuary and of the famous Burgh Island.
Kingston
Departure from South Hams (Devon)
A wild and rugged coastline. A hugely rewarding coast and estuary walk with peerless views from some of the most dramatic cliffs in the area. It ends with a huge vista of South Devon, and the welcoming sight of Kingston village snuggled amongst the fields.
Circular walk around Princetown, UK
Departure from Dartmoor Forest (Devon)
A walk that takes in the industrial past within this area. Climbing some Tors and seeing the panoramic views.
Stage 5 Devon's Coast-to-Coast : YHA Dartmoor Bellever to Drewsteignton
Departure from Dartmoor Forest (Devon)
This stage is the last part of the Two Moors Way in Dartmoor National Park. First, it retraces steps back to Bennet's Cross to join the trail and then avoids the high ground to the west by heading for the Teign Valley. There are a mix of landscapes and a real high point at Hunter's Tor near Castle Drogo.
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