He built a 14th century sanctuary chapel to provide a refuge for felons who had accepted life banishment, as they travelled from Exeter to sail from Teignmouth.
The remains of this chapel are still visible near the village church
What to explore? |
Depends on walk | |
Cockhaven Arms |
Walk 1 Bishops Palace & Golf Course (4.5 miles)
Difficulty:
This delightful walk starts with a steep climb out of Bishopsteignton, past the vineyard and the ruins of a Bishops Palace .
The climb is rewarded with splendid views of the Teign estuary. It takes you through a golf course - paths are well defined - and into a magnificent wood along Three Tree Lane.
length: | 4.5 miles |
time: | 1 hr 50 mins |
terrain: | tracks, paths |
lanes | |
main roads | 0 % |
after rain | |
altitude range | 64 - 212 m |
quality of track | **** |
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Car Park off Fore Street |
Map of Walk 1
Walks near Bishopsteignton | |
Teignmouth | |
Numerous top sea walks from Teignmouth , the second oldest seaside resort. | |
Dawlish | |
Great walks from Dawlish , known for its sandy beaches, black swans & the Brunel railway line along its coast. | |
Shaldon | |
Shaldon is one of Devon's most idyllic fishing villages offering walkers many tea shops, pubs, sandy beaches and original shops. | |
Walk 2 Postman's Path (1.5 miles)
Difficulty:
A short but very pleasant walk around Teignmouth Golf Course, following so called Postman's path towards White Wells.
The route uses quiet lanes and public footpaths.
Outlined in blue is part of the Teigmouth to Dawlish Way.
2 Small Car Parks off country lane - see map |