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Avon Dam Reservoir

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Avon Dam Reservoir

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  • Location: Dean Prior, South Hams, Devon, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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    October 13, 2022

    Hiking

    Dam with a beautiful lake behind it. Beautiful panorama.
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    December 17, 2020

    Hiking

    The Avon Dam sits above Shipley Bridge in quintessential moorland surroundings. Cattle, sheep and Dartmoor ponies can often be seen grazing alongside the reservoir, on the grassy hills that roll up and away.

    The dam itself is just as spectacular as the views you can enjoy from it and the Avon Dam Reservoir is vast and beautiful as well. This is a perfect spot for a rest and a bite to eat, particularly as the ascent to it from the south is quite steep in the final section.

    May 7, 2018

    Mountain biking

    A nice gentle climb along a smooth tarmac service road to the reservoir here. Perfect for a quick break before heading onto the moors, or free wheeling back down!
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    Red Lake & Avon Dam loop from Ivybridge — Dartmoor National Park

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    Embark on the Red Lake & Avon Dam loop from Ivybridge, a diverse mountain biking trail spanning 20.0 miles (32.2 km) with 1760 feet (537 metres) of elevation gain. This…

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    Embark on a moderate mountain biking adventure through Dartmoor National Park with the South Brent & Avon Dam loop. This 13.9 miles (22.3 km) route, with an elevation gain of…

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    Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Elevation 350 m

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    Location: Dean Prior, South Hams, Devon, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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