Salcombe Hill Cliff – River Sid Ford loop from Sidbury

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Salcombe Hill Cliff – River Sid Ford loop from Sidbury

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Salcombe Hill Cliff – River Sid Ford loop from Sidbury

01:41

24.4km

350m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 30, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 3.47 km for 170 m

After 3.72 km for 158 m

After 17.6 km for 73 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

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Taste Ice Cream & Coffee, Sidmouth

Highlight • Cafe

The best ice-cream in town, or possibly on the East Devon coast... Taste is a must-visit when you're passing through Sidmouth! You'll find it a short walk off the main …

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Sidmouth Beach

Highlight • Beach

Nice views of Salcombe Hill Cliff and Sidmouth Beach, over the River Sid, from the east end of the Esplanade.

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Salcombe Hill Cliff

Highlight • Beach

Panorama over the Impressive red cliffs!

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Sidmouth Sailing Club

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Sidmouth lifeboat is a fully self-funded independent lifeboat in East Devon, covering an area of approximately 150 square miles of sea between Axmouth and Budleigh Salterton. It is not part …

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River Sid Ford

Highlight • Bridge

This pretty ford over the River Sid can be cycled across if you are careful on the slope, which can be slippery at times. There's a little bridge you can …

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Byes Toll House, Sidmouth

Highlight • Monument

Dating from early 19th C. in Greek Revival style, Sidmouth's original Toll House controlled the eastern approach to the town. The original toll gate now hangs alongside.

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The Byes Riverside Walk

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This lovely green corridor follows the River Sid south from Sidford to the sea. Although it forms part of the National Cycle Network it's usually pretty quiet.

Riding to the …

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