Best Morchard Bishop Walks |
| Select Your Walk | Walk 1 (5.4 miles) | Walk 2 (4.8 miles) | |
| To Morchard Bishop | From Morchard Bishop |
Morchard (Large Wood) Bishop lies almost halfway on the Two Moors Way .
In the village you will find a detailed map of all the footpaths in the area , a welcome sign to all walkers and hikers.
Some stretches may be muddy after heavy rainfall.
The name means Large Wood held by the Bishop of Exeter
 | Village of Morchard Bishop |
 | London Inn |
 | See below |
 | Coming from Crediton Car Park is on left, A369, opposite Devonshire Dumpling pub Post Code:EX17 5LP |
Walk 1 to Morchard Bishop (5.4 miles)
Difficulty:
This pleasant country 5 mile hike follows part of the Two Moors Way, a long distance hiking route.
It is well signed and well maintained and offers some spectacular views of Dartmoor.
Parking :For those who prefer to walk to the pub :Car Park at turn off to Downs St Mary from the A377 opposite a pub.
There is a short 5-10 mins stretch along the busy road.
 | There is a short 5-10 mins stretch along the busy road. |
 | Start : Car Park |
| Free Car Park see map EX17 5LP |
terrain: | tracks bridle/ paths |
| lanes | |
main roads | 5-10 mins |
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altitude range | 85 - 290m |
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Map of Walk 1
| Walks near Morchard Bishop | |
| Lapford | |
 | A lovely country walk from a friendly village so typical of 'old' Devon. |
| Kennerleigh | |
 | Several walks into Deepest Devon with many views to enjoy. |
| Colebrooke | |
 | The landscape around has not been changed for centuries and is dotted with old Devon cottages and manor houses. A very pleasant pub walk. |
| Witheridge | |
 | A pleasant rural (pub) walk exploring the hidden and more secluded areas, the woodlands and streams tucked between the ridges.It follows part of the Tarka Trail. |
Walk 2 From Morchard Bishop (4.8 miles)
Difficulty:
A slightly shorter walk avoiding busy road.
There is no pub en route.
| Start : Foot Path opposite Primary School into the church yard |
| Free Car Park on Church Street near school at Morchard Bishop |
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| FREE SOUTH WEST HIKING MAP |
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Map of Walk 2
