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Sampford Spiney

Abbey Bridge and Weir – River Tavy loop from Sampford Spiney

Bike touring routes & trails

South West England

Sampford Spiney

Abbey Bridge and Weir – River Tavy loop from Sampford Spiney

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Abbey Bridge and Weir – River Tavy loop from Sampford Spiney

01:31

21.1km

390m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: November 5, 2026

Tips

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Dartmoor National Park

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

1

5.53 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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2

5.67 km

Church Lane Cafe

Highlight • Cafe

A great stop after your ride and when we visited they were giving cyclist 10% discount.

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3

5.88 km

Dukes Coffee House

Highlight • Cafe

4

13.8 km

Drinking Water Dispenser at Dartmoor National Park

Highlight • Rest Area

It's a tap installed outside a wooden shed of the electrical department and as close as you can get to a public fountain.

Push the wooden lever hard to start the water flow, and enjoy.

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5

14.0 km

Great spot for a dip in a clear stream

Highlight • River

6

14.1 km

Wooden bridge over the River Tavy

Highlight • Viewpoint

A wooden bridge spans over the River Tay creating a picturesque setting. There are scattered stones and pebbles on the riverbanks, and a little seat too, which make the perfect …

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7

14.2 km

River Tavy

Highlight • Natural

Winding peacefully through Dartmoor, the River Tavy is one of Devon's wildest rivers. Forming high in Dartmoor, the river meanders through Tavistock before joining the River Tamar. Popular among walkers, …

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8

14.5 km

Troublesome Gulch

Highlight • Trail

not good for bikes except MTBs

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B

21.1 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

17.3 km

1.89 km

1.43 km

299 m

221 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

12.9 km

7.06 km

1.07 km

162 m

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