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Exeter Ship Canal – Turf Hotel & Marina loop from Newcourt

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Exeter Ship Canal – Turf Hotel & Marina loop from Newcourt

Easy

4.3

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Exeter Ship Canal – Turf Hotel & Marina loop from Newcourt

00:57

16.0km

40m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 19, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 6.10 km for 53 m

After 8.12 km for 109 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3.14 km

Countess Wear Bridges

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Countess Wear Bridges are two bridges in Exeter, Devon that cross the River Exe and the Exeter Ship Canal. They have a D-Day connection because they were used for military …

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3.23 km

Exeter Ship Canal

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Exeter Ship Canal is a canal leading from (and beside) the River Exe to Exeter Quay in the city of Exeter, Devon.

It was first constructed in the 1560s and …

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6.13 km

This little bridge spans the Exeter Ship Canal and links the foot/cycle path to the Topsham passenger ferry. It's a picturesque lookout for the canal, especially as you look northwards to the old lock cottage (a cafe in summer).

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8.10 km

Turf Hotel & Marina

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Iconic Grade II listed pub in an extraordinary waterside location. Offers uninterrupted panoramic views across the outstanding natural beauty of the Exeter canal, River Exe Estuary and Powderham Estate.

Can …

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8.21 km

Turf Lock

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Turf Lock is that which marks the end of the Exeter Ship Canal. Thanks to its location on a popular foot and cycle path, as well as its excellent views …

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16.0 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.6 km

2.59 km

1.21 km

298 m

190 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

14.9 km

822 m

152 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Monday 25 May

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Exeter Ship Canal – Turf Hotel & Marina loop from Newcourt

Countess Wear Bridges

Exeter Ship Canal

Topsham Lock Cottage

Turf Hotel & Marina

Turf Lock

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