A circuit from Newton St Cyres
A leisurely walk (countryside) in Devon, England, about 8.00km (4.97 mi) long with an estimated walking time of about 2:15h. It is unsuitable for families with children, prams & pushchairs, wheelchairs.
Elevation Profile
Ascent
51m (167ft)
Descent
50m (164ft)
Max. Elevation
70m (229ft)
Altitude Gain & Loss
101m (331ft)
Start & End
Newton St Cyres
Distance
8.00km
(4.97mi)
(4.97mi)
Duration
~2:15h
Difficulty
Leisurely
Ordnance Survey Map
For some walkers, Devon means Dartmoor or Exmoor. But the county has plenty more to enjoy. This walk near Exeter explores the gentle countryside along the Tarka Line, which is a very rewarding destination for car-free walking. For more routes along the line, visit: www.carfreedaysout.com/tarka.html
Note that there are few trains stopping here except on Sundays, so save the walk for that day.
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Waypoints
OS Grid SX880988
Take the Tarka Line to Newton St Cyres, just outside Exeter.
OS Grid SX880986
Go back across the railway line via the bridge. The footpath is right before you reach the bridge over the river.
About 0.24 km (~0.15 miles) from 
OS Grid SX895976
Follow the path along the riverside until Half Moon village. Here, cross back over the railway line towards Langford.
About 1.80 km (~1.12 miles) from 
OS Grid SX900978
Continue to Langford, then proceed along Bidwell Lane towards Upton Pyne.
About 0.58 km (~0.36 miles) from 
OS Grid SX910975
Head up the hill into Upton Pyne. It's worth popping into the church here. The tower dates to 1380.
About 1.01 km (~0.63 miles) from 
OS Grid SX910984
Follow the road north to Pye Corner, taking the left fork at the junction.
About 0.84 km (~0.52 miles) from 
OS Grid SX902987
The road leads to Jackmoor, where you can take a short cut along the footpath.
About 0.84 km (~0.52 miles) from 
OS Grid SX894985
Pick up the lane heading west/northwest via Winscott Barton. Continue along the road up to Norton's Farm. The lanes are generally safe to walk along, but do keep aware of traffic.
About 0.87 km (~0.54 miles) from 
Back to the stationOS Grid SX879988
Turn left beyond the farm to reach the station again. There is a nice little pub at the station, the Beer Engine: www.thebeerengine.co.uk
About 1.45 km (~0.9 miles) from 
