Exminster Marshes form a unique breeding ground for various birds, including redshanks, ducks and lapwings.

Difficulty:

Beware, swans might be nesting on the towpath.

Some tracks can get muddy during the winter.

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Map of Walk 1

Walk 2 Marshes & Turf Hotel (2.8 miles)

Difficulty:

This starts at the Carpark on right just across the railway line, nr the Swan's Nest pub - see map bottom right.

An ideal easy and short walk to the Turf Hotel, then returning along the canal.

A stretch across a field near the Turf Hotel can be quite soggy.

Map of Walk 2

Walk 3 Exeter Canal (3.1 miles)

Difficulty:

• En route on the footpath along the A379 you may notice an old milestone , inscribed 179 miles to London.
• Notice the abandoned boats on the far side of the Exeter Canal.
• You return following footpath running under the impressive M5 viaduct.

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Map of Walk 3

Walk 4 Ridgetop Park (3.0 miles)

MAP

Start your morning with a great walk to Ridgetop Park, Exeter’s newest gem, and soak up stunning city views under the rising sun.

The route follows quiet lanes with some steep paths.

Caution:The road to Dawlish is busy, and in one place pedestrians must cross using islands without the help of traffic signals - in the olden days there used to be a crossing for cattle!

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