Walk 1
Walk 1 Sticklepath to Belstone ((4.5 miles) | Time:1h 50 mins |
Belstone ,river Taw and fauna along tracks Stocks | |||
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This most scenic walk follows the cascading river Taw all the way to the quaint and ancient village of Belstone, known for its stocks and pub. A From the Finch Foundary walk towards Taw River Inn pub and continue along main road.B Just after crossing the river Taw turn right onto bridlepath and follow the Tarka Trail. C Continue following this bridle path keeping close to the river - Parts of the path are quite rocky demanding strong footwear. D After crossing the river continue to next bridge. Cross river again and continue with river on your right. E The path turns inland for a short while then loops right ,up a grassy hill towards Belstone. The views here are quite magnificent. F Walk into Belstone past stocks,church and pub. At the T junction turn right then left onto a public footpath. G When you reach a lane turn right. Ignore first footpath on right but continue for 200m and almost at the end of a wooded area take footpath right . At the end of the path turn left into a lane. H Take bridlepath on right and follow a bluebell and ramson lined track back to Sticklepath. |
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Walk 2
Walk 2 Along the Taw (1.8 miles) | Time:1h 50 mins |
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