| Walk 1 ((4.5 miles) | Walk 2 (1.8 miles) | |
| Sticklepath to Belstone | Along the Taw |
Two delightful walks with dramatic scenery following the meandering River Taw.
| Finch Foundary |  |
The name probably means 'Steep Path'
 | Belstone , river Taw and fauna along tracks Stocks |
| Finch Foundary, its National Trust shop and tea-room | |
 | Taw River Inn |
 | Sticklepath , residential |
 | SATNAV Postcode:EX20 2NW |
Walk 1 Sticklepath to Belstone (4.5 miles)
Difficulty:
This most scenic walk follows the cascading river Taw all the way to the quaint and ancient village of Belstone, known for its stocks and 
pub.
The Walk
A From the Finch Foundary walk towards Taw River Inn pub and continue along main road.
B Just after crossing the river Taw turn right onto bridlepath and follow the Tarka Trail.
C Continue following this bridle path keeping close to the river -
Parts of the path are quite rocky demanding strong footwear.
D After crossing the river continue to next bridge. Cross river again and continue with river on your right.
E The path turns inland for a short while then loops right , up a grassy hill towards Belstone. The views here are quite magnificent.
F Walk into Belstone past stocks, church and pub. At the T junction turn right then left onto a public footpath.
G When you reach a lane turn right.
Ignore first footpath on right but continue for 200m and almost at the end of a wooded area take footpath right . At the end of the path turn left into a lane.
H Take bridlepath on right and follow a bluebell and ramson lined track back to Sticklepath.
Walk 1
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length: | 4.5 miles |
time: | 1 hr 45 mins |
terrain: | tracks bridle/ paths |
| lanes | |
main roads | 0 % |
 | 2% |
altitude range | 72 - 173 m |
quality of track | *** |
stiles | several |
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Walk 2 Along the Taw (1.8 miles)
Difficulty:
This walk follows the Taw , as above , then crosses the river to a car park returning via a country lane. Allow for at least an hour
Note:
Parts of the path along the river are quite rocky demanding strong footwear.
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Walk 2
