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Lydford, Princetown & Chagford loop from Okehampton — Dartmoor National Park

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Lydford, Princetown & Chagford loop from Okehampton — Dartmoor National Park

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Lydford, Princetown & Chagford loop from Okehampton — Dartmoor National Park

05:19

77.1km

1,300m

Cycling

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

Last updated: June 8, 2024

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Dartmoor National Park

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3.80 km

Meldon Viaduct

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Constructed from iron, the Meldon Viaduct was built in 1874 to carry rail passengeacross the West Okement River. The viaduct was in operation until the 1990s.

Today, the viaduct forms …

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13.9 km

Lydford Gorge and Castle

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Created by King Alfred the Great, Lydford has a rich history. It was once the second biggest town in Devon during the reign of Edward the Confessor, now it has …

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25.1 km

Winding peacefully through Dartmoor, the River Tavy is one of Devon's wildest rivers. Forming high in Dartmoor, the river meanders through Tavistock before joining the River Tamar. Popular among walkers, …

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38.8 km

Princetown War Memorial and National Park Visitor Centre

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Princetown is a village located within Dartmoor National Park in Devon, England. It is the principal settlement of the civil parish of Dartmoor Forest. The village has its origins in …

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41.2 km

Two Bridges Stone Bridge

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Two Bridges is an isolated location in the heart of Dartmoor National Park in Devon, England. It is situated around 2.5 km (1.6 mi) north east of Princetown on the …

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47.2 km

Postbridge Clapper Bridge

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This is more a little stop along the way instead of a destination. It has two bridges that are pretty and a little shop. It would be a good starting …

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69.1 km

Finch Foundry

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Now under the care of the National Trust, Finch Foundry is hidden away in the pretty village of Sticklepath. This incredible water-powered forge is still operable and it’s now used …

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