A truly iconic sight on Dartmoor which usually finds itself on the itinerary for most visitors.

There has been a bridge here since the 1300s, possibly earlier. However, the first written record of the bridge only appears from 1655. The bridge's slabs are over four metres long and two metres wide, meaning that a small car can easily pass. Access from the road is no longer possible since the construction of a newer, wider bridge.

Jonny H

March 27, 2024

Hiking

Ancient bridge across the river, a lovely spot for lunch.

dipperdolphin

November 6, 2022

Hiking

Interesting looking old bridge, worth checking out. Can cross by foot.

In the know? Log-in to add a tip for other adventurers!

Routes here

Best Hikes to Postbridge Clapper Bridge

4.6

(75)

263

hikers

1. Bellever Tor & Bridge loop — Dartmoor National Park

7.64km

02:08

140m

150m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

Navigate

Send to Phone

Save

Moderate

4.8

(42)

217

hikers

2. Bellever Tor – Postbridge Clapper Bridge loop from Postbridge

9.32km

02:39

210m

220m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Navigate

Send to Phone

Save

Moderate

4.8

(38)

127

hikers

3. Postbridge Clapper Bridge – Postbridge Clapper Bridge loop from Postbridge

11.1km

03:07

230m

220m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Navigate

Send to Phone

Save

Moderate

Details

Informations

Elevation 330 m

Weather

Today

Wednesday 21 January

9°C

2°C

94 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 38.0 km/h

Most visited during

January

February

March

April

May

June

July

August

September

October

November

December

See hikes here

Take Me There

Location: Dartmoor Forest, West Devon, Devon, South West England, England, United Kingdom

Other Popular Places to Check Out

Hartland Tor

Fernworthy Reservoir

Teign-e-ver Clapper Bridge

Bennett's Cross

Yar Tor Summit and Cairn

Hound Tor

Foggintor Quarry Lake (North Side)

Fernworthy Forest

View from Laughter Tor

Moss-Covered Stone Bridge, Dartmoor National Park

Stannon Tor

St. Raphael's Church

Postbridge Clapper Bridge

1. Bellever Tor & Bridge loop — Dartmoor National Park

2. Bellever Tor – Postbridge Clapper Bridge loop from Postbridge

3. Postbridge Clapper Bridge – Postbridge Clapper Bridge loop from Postbridge

Other Popular Places to Check Out

We value your privacy ⛰️

We value your privacy ⛰️