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DISCOVERING WEST DEVON NO. 3 SOMETHING IN THE WATER AT PETER TAVY

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Overview

A circular countryside walk using paths and lanes with a short moderate climb up to Smeardon Down. Includes the second faster flowing river in England, a leat to the mines, a charming small reservoir, a waterfall and the Peter Tavy swimming pool. Into the pub for some coloured water.

 

Sunday, 24 May 2026
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
10.6km / 6.6mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

If you would like to join this walk, please notify the leader, preferably by email, so that they can inform you of any late changes to arrangements.

Starting point

Grid reference:
SX 51349 77775
Nearest postcode:
PL19 9NN
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Start time:
10:30 am

Meet outside Peter Tavy Church. Parking on road. Possible parking in pub if visiting after walk.

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