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Plym Valley Trail Tunnel – Burrator Reservoir and Dam loop from Plymouth Marjon University

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Plym Valley Trail Tunnel – Burrator Reservoir and Dam loop from Plymouth Marjon University

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Plym Valley Trail Tunnel – Burrator Reservoir and Dam loop from Plymouth Marjon University

04:08

57.2km

730m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 2, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 413 m for 62 m

After 56.7 km for 62 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.91 km

Plym Valley Trail Tunnel

Highlight (Segment) • Structure

Excellent route to walk, cycle, run with great history and fantastic views a plenty.

From coypool to Tavistock the route through the Plymbridge woods is known as the Drake trail, named of course after Sir Francis Drake.

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14.7 km

Burrator Reservoir and Dam

Highlight • Lake

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 combined with a walk across the moors, or enjoyed as a trip of its own with plenty to do – from walking and taking in the views, to fishing for rainbow and brown trout (just be sure to get a permit, available online or by calling South West Lakes). Devon has relatively few lakes, but the situation and quality of these make them a hidden gem in Devon’s crown.

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20.1 km

Double Stone row - Remains of pinion arm

Archaeological Site

22.2 km

Nun's Cross (Siward's Cross)

Highlight • Monument

A granite wayside Cross first mentioned as far back as 1240 was used on The Monks’ Path and the Abbots’ Way, both of which link Buckfast Abbey to Tavistock Abbey and Buckland Abbey. It was knocked down in 1846 and the shaft broken. It was restored in 1848.

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24.8 km

South Hessary Tor

Highlight • Viewpoint

The last peak before dropping down to Princetown if you're heading up from the south on Ivybridge Lane, South Hessary Tor has some fascinating history if you climb up a little closer. On the top of the granite rocks, you'll find a 'cobra', or weathered iron spike. This is one of four across the moor that used to mark boundaries.

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26.6 km

Princetown Railway Track

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Ride along the old railway route leading to Princetown. This segment is perfect for any age or level of rider as it's a very gradual incline and the views from the moor overlooking Tavistock are fantastic.

Along the route you'll find leftover structures from yesteryear, as well as some more recent. I didn't ride the route back down to Burrator Reservoir however I can imagine it's a nice easy roll back down.

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38.5 km

View of Burrator Reservoir

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great resting spot to catch your breath before you head out again.

Along the track overlooking the reservoir are a few benches and when the weather's nice, it's a real sun trap.

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48.8 km

Shaugh Tunnel

Highlight (Segment) • Structure

An interesting heritage highlight on the Drake’s Trail. It’s wet and dark so don’t forget to bring your bike lights!

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54.0 km

Cann Viaduct

Highlight • Cycleway

The cycle trail passes over the River Plym by way of the Cann Viaduct. On the viaduct you will find a Peregrine Falcon viewing platform and its worth stopping here in spring and early summer. Opposite the platform is an old quarry where the Peregrines nest on ledges. There is a telescope mounted here so you can get a really good view of the nesting birds.

Outside of these times, a break in your ride is still recommended to look out for other wildlife that call Plym Woods home, such as woodpeckers and ravens.

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54.8 km

Plymbridge Woods

Forest

57.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

25.5 km

17.5 km

8.70 km

4.41 km

1.12 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

32.5 km

18.4 km

3.24 km

2.13 km

817 m

117 m

Elevation

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Highest point (440 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

Weather

Tuesday 18 August

22°C

15°C

59 %

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Plym Valley Trail Tunnel – Burrator Reservoir and Dam loop from Plymouth Marjon University

Plym Valley Trail Tunnel

Burrator Reservoir and Dam

Nun's Cross (Siward's Cross)

South Hessary Tor

Princetown Railway Track

View of Burrator Reservoir

Shaugh Tunnel

Cann Viaduct

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