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Upper River Tamar and Tamar Lakes loop

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Upper River Tamar and Tamar Lakes loop

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Upper River Tamar and Tamar Lakes loop

02:25

36.9km

440m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 11, 2024

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Cornwall AONB

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Start point

Parking

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20.7 km

Source of the River Tamar

Highlight • Natural Monument

The source of the River Tamar is found in Woolley Wood, only approximately 6km from the North Cornwall coast. The River Tamar flows over 60 south to Plymouth, forming the …

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30.6 km

Penstowe Castle (Kilkhampton Castle)

Highlight • Historical Site

Penstowe Castle, also known as Kilkhampton Castle is not easily viewed from the road. This old medieval fortification dates from around the 12th century and is listed as a scheduled …

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36.9 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

35.7 km

939 m

298 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

30.9 km

5.05 km

963 m

Elevation

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Highest point (220 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

Weather

Tuesday 5 May

13°C

8°C

22 %

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Source of the River Tamar

Penstowe Castle (Kilkhampton Castle)

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