The tarmac option following Exeter Ship Canal from the Swing Bridge near Countess Wear, there's also a parallel gravel road through Riverside Valley Park that's accessible by bike if you fancy. A smooth and flat run into town or out, but take care as pedestrians and cyclists share the path here and it can become busy at peak times.

Kirk Bannister

September 3, 2024

Road cycling

Brilliant stretch of canal path that leads out to Dawlish, the surface is great in most areas and any bike should be able to get around this path. However if you have a accessibility trike there are some narrow sections and bridge that might make this path very difficult to use.

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1. Riverside Valley Park Cycleway – Exeter Ship Canal shared path loop from Dawlish

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2. Riverside Valley Park Cycleway – Exeter Ship Canal shared path loop from St James' Park

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3. Exeter Ship Canal shared path – Riverside Valley Park Cycleway loop from Torre

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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1. Riverside Valley Park Cycleway – Exeter Ship Canal shared path loop from Dawlish

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3. Exeter Ship Canal shared path – Riverside Valley Park Cycleway loop from Torre

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