Aveton Gifford Walks | exploring the beautiful Avon valley |
Select Your Walk | Walk 1 (3.4) miles | Walk 2 (8.5 miles) | |
Ashford Bridge | Avon Estuary Walk |
The name means a farm on the Avon owned by Walter Giffard in the 13th century.
![]() | What to explore? |
![]() | The Fisherman's Rest Aveton Gifford |
![]() | Car Park, Tidal Road, just off roundabout on A379 |
![]() | SATNAV Postcode:near TQ7 4JN |
Walk 1 Ashford Bridge (3.4) miles
Difficulty:
A very pleasant river walk following public footpaths and quiet lanes.
From the car park, facing the estuary, turn right and follow part of the Avon Estuary Walk - see below.
![]() | En RouteNo pubs or cafe |
Walk 1 Aveton Gifford Walk
Walks near Aveton Gifford: | |
Bigbury & Burgh Island | |
![]() | Three delightful pub walks with spectacular views of Bigbury Bay. Explore Burgh Island and its hotel made famous by Agatha Christie. |
Modbury | |
![]() | Two great walks from Modbury, a historic market town known for its enchanting individual shops |
Loddiswell | |
![]() | Delightful walks through the Avon Valley. |
Salcombe | |
![]() | South Sands makes an ideal centre for walking to enjoy magnificent views of Devon's most dramatic coastline. |
Walk 2 Avon Estuary Walk (8.5 miles)
Difficulty:
A most enjoyable , varied and somewhat strenuous circular walk which can only be done when the ferry operates - see Ferry Time Table.
For more information on long distance hiking routes including free downloads of routes click here.
![]() | En RouteThe Sloop Inn, Bantham |