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Saltram House Woodland and Riverside Circular Walk
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The Saltram House Woodland and Riverside Circular Walk is a fun family-friendly adventure in Devon that features easy to navigate paths and some charming views. Along the trail, you will make your way downhill past the grounds of Saltram House - an extravagant country house - to walk along the banks of the River Plym. This leisurely walking route is the perfect way to spend a few hours on the weekend.
Route Description for Saltram House Woodland and Riverside Circular Walk
Walking the Saltram House Woodland and Riverside Circular Trail is a fantastic option for a fun outing with the family, as it offers some beautifully scenic views and varied landscapes, without the challenging terrain that usually accompanies it. Setting out from the car park, you will make your way west to gently descend the forested hillside on the way to the scenic banks of the River Plym. Once there, you will follow along the water’s edge to the northeast before climbing uphill past the extravagant grounds of Saltram House on the return to the car park.Getting to the Saltram House Woodland and Riverside Circular Walk Trailhead
To reach the trailhead for the Saltram House Woodland and Riverside Circular Walk from the Church of St Mary in Plympton, drive south on Market Road for 0.2mi and turn right onto Underwood Road, following it for 351ft. Here, the road will veer left and become Merafield Road. Follow this for 0.2mi and turn right, continuing on for 0.5mi to arrive at the car park.Route Information
Backcountry Campground:
No
When to do:
Year-Round
Pets allowed:
Yes - On Leash
Family friendly:
Yes
Route Signage:
Average
Crowd Levels:
Moderate
Route Type:
Circuit
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