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Stowford

Roadford Lake – Roadford Lake Valve Tower loop from Stowford

Hard

5.0

(1)

3

riders

Roadford Lake – Roadford Lake Valve Tower loop from Stowford

02:31

37.3km

610m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 7, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 31.6 km for 70 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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8.57 km

Knowle Wood

Forest

2

19.4 km

Roadford Lake

Highlight • Lake

Roadford Lake is a reservoir fed by the river Wolf. It's the largest area of water in the south-west and is used to supply drinking water for north and South …

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3

31.0 km

Roadford Lake Valve Tower

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Roadford lake was once farmland before being flooded to create a reservoir in 1989. The water in the lake supplies North Devon and anything over capacity runs into the River …

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4

31.6 km

Upper Tamar Lake Café

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Picturesque freshwater lake. The largest freshwater lake in the Southwest.

The lake has a large activity centre. Canoeing, fishing, archery and windsurfing amongst others.

The centre also has a fantastic cafe serving quality freshly prepared food and drink.

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5

31.6 km

Roadford Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

B

37.3 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

36.8 km

449 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

27.2 km

10.00 km

185 m

< 100 m

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Thursday 20 August

19°C

9°C

33 %

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