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Budleigh-Exmouth Cycleway – Budleigh Salterton Beach loop from Budleigh Salterton

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Budleigh-Exmouth Cycleway – Budleigh Salterton Beach loop from Budleigh Salterton

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Budleigh-Exmouth Cycleway – Budleigh Salterton Beach loop from Budleigh Salterton

00:56

14.9km

170m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 19, 2026

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East Devon National Landscape

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Start point

Bus stop

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3.92 km

Exmouth to Budleigh Salterton Cycle Path

Highlight • Forest

Exmouth to Budleigh cycle path is a cycle route that follows the tracks of an old railway line, running from Exmouth to Budleigh Salterton in Devon, South West England. It is part of the Exe Estuary Trail and the National Cycle Network Route 2. The cycle path is mostly traffic-free and flat, making it ideal for families and beginners. It passes through rolling countryside and woodland, offering scenic views and wildlife sightings. The cycle path is about 4 miles (6.4 km) long and takes about 30 minutes to complete one way.

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4.06 km

Budleigh-Exmouth Cycleway

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Exmouth to Budleigh Cycle Path is a cycle route that follows the tracks of an old railway line, running from Exmouth to Budleigh Salterton in Devon.

It forms part of the Exe Estuary Trail and the National Cycle Network Route 2. The cycle path is mostly traffic free and flat, making it ideal for families and beginners. It passes through rolling countryside and woodland, offering scenic views and wildlife sightings.

The bike path is approximately 4 miles (6.5km) long and takes approximately 30 minutes to complete one way.

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8.33 km

The Green, Budleigh Salterton

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Green, Budleigh Salterton is one of the sites included in the Parks Heritage Trail, a project that celebrates the history of eight parks and gardens in East Devon. The trail was created in 2016 by East Devon District Council and The Heritage Lottery Fund, with the help of local community and schools. The trail features interpretation boards and a leaflet that provide interesting information about each site and its heritage. The Green, Budleigh Salterton is a small park near the town centre, where you can find the Fairlynch Museum and Arts Centre, a thatched museum that showcases the history and culture of Budleigh Salterton and the surrounding area. The park also has a children’s play area, a bowling green and a war memorial. The park is open to the public all year round, and is a pleasant place to relax and enjoy the views of the town and the sea.

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8.95 km

Haldon Bakery

Highlight • Cafe

4 seats indoors and a bench outdoors. Great pastries and coffee

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9.32 km

Fairlynch Museum

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Fairlynch Museum is a thatched museum and arts centre in Budleigh Salterton, Devon. It is housed in a Grade II Listed building dating from 1811, which is a typical example of a 'marine cottage orné’. It was founded in 1967 by local residents who wanted to preserve the history and culture of the area. The museum has nationally important costume and geological collections, as well as exhibits on local history, archaeology, art, lace, toys and more

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9.40 km

Budleigh Salterton Beach

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Budleigh Salterton is a seaside town on the coast in East Devon, England. It lies within the East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is part of the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site. It has a population of 6,575 according to the 2012 census. It is situated near the mouth of the River Otter, where there is a nature reserve and a nudist beach. Budleigh Salterton has a 2.5 mile pebble beach, overlooked by stunning red sandstone cliffs and safe, clean bathing water. It is one of Devon’s most unspoilt and charming towns, containing many interesting shops and attractions. Some of the attractions include the Fairlynch Museum, a thatched marine cottage with exhibitions and costumes, the East Devon Golf Club, a scenic 18-hole course, and the Budleigh Salterton Croquet Club, one of the oldest and largest in the country. Budleigh Salterton also has a variety of sports, community and religious groups, as well as regular bus links with Exmouth and Sidmouth.

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14.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.36 km

3.05 km

2.72 km

726 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

11.5 km

3.30 km

< 100 m

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Budleigh-Exmouth Cycleway – Budleigh Salterton Beach loop from Budleigh Salterton

Exmouth to Budleigh Salterton Cycle Path

Budleigh-Exmouth Cycleway

The Green, Budleigh Salterton

Haldon Bakery

Fairlynch Museum

Budleigh Salterton Beach

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