Abbey Bridge and Weir – Tavistock Town Hall loop from Peter Tavy

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Abbey Bridge and Weir – Tavistock Town Hall loop from Peter Tavy

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Abbey Bridge and Weir – Tavistock Town Hall loop from Peter Tavy

01:29

13.9km

130m

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: August 6, 2026

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142 m

St Peter's Church, Peter Tavy

Highlight • Religious Site

impressive granite exterior, probably C14 origin.
* peaceful atmosphere on the graveyard with some interesting (and old) tombstones.

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5.82 km

Abbey Bridge and Weir

Highlight • Historical Site

This gorgeous 18th-century bridge is one of several in the heart of Tavistock but is perhaps the prettiest. The River Tavy rushes underneath to pass down the weir, creating a …

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5.89 km

Lamppost With Flower Baskets in Tavistock

Highlight • Structure

5.98 km

Tavistock Weir

Highlight • River

At the Abbey Bridge the River Tavy flows across the weir, sometimes also known as Parkwood Weir.

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6.87 km

The Meadows Park

Highlight • Natural

7.95 km

Queen's Head Public House

Highlight • Restaurant

Great destination just off Drakes trail cycle path. Cheap food and beer.

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8.14 km

Tavistock Town Hall

Highlight • Monument

There's a great permanent exhibition in here - good social history. Free, and well worth a visit.

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8.17 km

Pannier Market

Highlight • Structure

Historic covered market, in beautifully restored building. Great for browsing, all sorts on offer, good when the weather's wet (which is fairly frequent 😉).

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13.9 km

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