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South West England

Exeter Ship Canal – Turf Hotel & Marina loop from Ide

Bike touring routes & trails

South West England

Exeter Ship Canal – Turf Hotel & Marina loop from Ide

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4.8

(5)

306

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Exeter Ship Canal – Turf Hotel & Marina loop from Ide

00:59

17.3km

20m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. 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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Includes movable bridges

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After 3.49 km for 39 m

After 13.3 km for 39 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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3.51 km

Countess Wear Bridges

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Countess Wear Bridges are two bridges in Exeter, Devon that cross the River Exe and the Exeter Ship Canal. They have a D-Day connection because they were used for military …

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3.60 km

Exeter Ship Canal

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Exeter Ship Canal is a canal leading from (and beside) the River Exe to Exeter Quay in the city of Exeter, Devon.

It was first constructed in the 1560s and …

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8.42 km

Turf Hotel & Marina

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Iconic Grade II listed pub in an extraordinary waterside location. Offers uninterrupted panoramic views across the outstanding natural beauty of the Exeter canal, River Exe Estuary and Powderham Estate.

Can …

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8.45 km

Turf Lock

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Turf Lock is that which marks the end of the Exeter Ship Canal. Thanks to its location on a popular foot and cycle path, as well as its excellent views …

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5

14.8 km

Double Locks Pub

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Great pub to stop on a bike ride if you are covering the Exe Valley Trail

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17.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.8 km

1.46 km

988 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

16.6 km

377 m

328 m

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