View of Blackpool Sands – Dartmouth Inner Harbour loop from Slapton Ley

View of Blackpool Sands – Dartmouth Inner Harbour loop from Slapton Ley

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View of Blackpool Sands – Dartmouth Inner Harbour loop from Slapton Ley

04:11

74.1km

1,330m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The route includes a crossing by ferry. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 14, 2026

This route includes a ferry crossing

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 11.1 km for 80 m

After 11.2 km for 59 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

Get Directions

6.14 km

View of Blackpool Sands

Highlight • Beach

On the road between Blackpool and Stoke Fleming there is a beautiful view of Blackpool Sands.

The beach itself is a sheltered spot, good for swimming or paddling and has lifeguards in the summer.

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10.4 km

View of Dartmouth Harbor

Highlight • Viewpoint

The road is currently closed to cars (June 2024) due to erosion. You can pass it using the raised walkway and avoid a long detour.

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10.5 km

View of the River Dart in Dartmouth

Highlight • River

Beautiful town on the river Dart hence the name. There's a steep decent on the main road in, be careful of too much speed as it hooks to the left …

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11.1 km

Dartmouth Inner Harbour

Highlight • River

Dartmouth inner harbour is separated from the main river by a passage under the road. This means it's very sheltered but only available to small craft. There is a small slipway for small boats, canoes etc.

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11.2 km

Dartmouth to Totnes Ferry

Highlight • River

The Dartmouth Passenger ferry is one of three ferries which cross between Dartmouth and Kingswear. The passenger ferry runs about every 15mins and costs £2 per adult (May 2023 price). …

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13.8 km

Noss Plantation

Forest

16.8 km