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Tavistock & Burrator Reservoir loop from Yelverton — Dartmoor National Park

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United Kingdom
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South West England
Devon
West Devon
Buckland Monachorum

Tavistock & Burrator Reservoir loop from Yelverton — Dartmoor National Park

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Tavistock & Burrator Reservoir loop from Yelverton — Dartmoor National Park

02:03

29.6km

440m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 4, 2024

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2.93 km

Magpie Viaduct

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Magpie Viaduct was designed by Brunel and originally built in 1859 from granite and timber, then rebuilt in 1902 in Staffordshire brick.

From here you can also enjoy a raised vantage point for views over Dartmoor.

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3.95 km

Gem Bridge

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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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4.79 km

Grenofen Tunnel

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Part of the Drake’s Trail and the Dartmoor Way, this 374-yard (341 m) tunnel was built by Brunel in the mid-1850s for the South Devon & Tavistock Railway. After the …

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23.1 km

Burrator Reservoir

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This is a tranquil little place, excellent for a walk, run or cycle. Beautiful scenery with lots of viewing points.

A road runs round the reservoir, so if you are walking, be aware of traffic.

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25.3 km

Burrator Reservoir and Dam

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Burrator Reservoir is situated within Dartmoor, and the tranquil water and surrounding mixed woodland contrasts sharply with the open moor and the rugged Dartmoor tors. A trip here can be …

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29.6 km

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Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

18.7 km

4.80 km

3.20 km

2.21 km

477 m

258 m

Surfaces

18.8 km

8.36 km

2.47 km

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Highest point (290 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

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