plymouth

Plymouth Group

We are the Plymouth Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking
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Overview

From the George P&R along Southway.  Down through Southway Nature Reserve.  Along the bottom of Whitleigh and Cann Woods to Tamerton.  Along Combe lane and up through Combe Woods.  Under the A386.  Dark Lake Lane to Woolwell.  Drop down to the old tramway.  Up to Buena Vista Close and back to the P&R.   No views, but great shelter in the valleys.  Purling streams and old woodland.  

Wednesday, 28 January 2026
Start time:
10:08 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
11.3km / 7.0mi
Ascent:
45.7m / 150ft
Type:
circular

Optional stop towards the end at the Woolwell Centre cafe.

Also possible by bus, stage coach 1a, from bus stop US2 at 9.31 from Exeter st, or en route. Arrives at George P & R 10:08

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly
  • No car needed

Starting point

Grid reference:
SX 50075 60777
Nearest postcode:
PL6 7HF
what3words:
gives.falls.trees
Start time:
10:08 am

George Park and Ride shelter by the bus stop

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking