Gem Bridge – Abbey Bridge and Weir loop from Plymouth Marjon University

Gem Bridge – Abbey Bridge and Weir loop from Plymouth Marjon University

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Gem Bridge – Abbey Bridge and Weir loop from Plymouth Marjon University

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59.8km

910m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 9, 2026

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The surface along some of this route may not be suitable

Some segments of your route comprise a surface that may not be suitable for your chosen sport.

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Waypoints

Start point

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6.76 km

Shaugh Prior Wooden Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Beautiful river Plym flowing over boulders and rocks. Several testing climbs from the bottom of this valley.

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8.92 km

Gate on the Plym Valley Trail

Highlight • Cycleway

Great gate this one! 2 single gates dual direction with large lever latch. Solid latch system feels, great to tug on and throw yourself through. The kinetic self close on …

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13.8 km

Bread and Moor Coffee Shop

Highlight • Cafe

Brilliant swirls, but perhaps a little small so not ideal if super busy weekend!

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16.2 km

Viewpoint

17.6 km

Gem Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Gem Bridge towers 78 feet (24 m) above the River Walkham, affording wonderful views over the valley below. Until 1965, the original Walkham Viaduct would have stood here. Designed by …

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17.9 km

Grenofen Tunnel on Drake's Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

A network of 21 miles (33 km) cycling and hiking paths, Drake's Trail leads from Tavistock to Plymouth. The Trail passes through quaint countryside, river valleys, peaceful woodland, and vast …

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23.0 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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44.2 km

Denham Bridge and Ridge Climb

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

Lowest gear possible, very steep proper Devonian hill climb

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49.0 km

Buckland Abbey

Highlight • Religious Site

Buckland Abbey dates from 1278 when it was built as a Cistercian Abbey.

After the disolution of the monasteries, Henry VIII sold the abbey to Sir Robert Grenville the Elder …

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