Best Sampford Peverell Walks |
| Walk 1 (1.4 miles) | Walk 2 (2.1 miles) | Walk 3 (4.3 miles) | Walk 4 (5.1 miles) |
| A village trail | Grand Western Canal | Uplowman | Halberton Loop |
Sampford Peverell has still retained its unique medieval character.
The name means a 'sandy ford in land belonging to the Peverells' .
Various instructive information boards retell the history of this delightful village. It even boasted a castle, pond and mill.
Three walks following part of the grand western canal.
 | Grand Western Canal Uplowman Church Village of Sampford Peverell |
 | The Globe Inn The Merriemeade (Redwoods Inn in Uplowman) |
 | Free Car Park near Spar shop |
Walk 1 a village trail (1.4 miles)
Difficulty:
A short walk to enjoy Sampford Peverell's medieval and Victorian heritage.
Part of the walk follows the Grand Western Canal.
Past the church , take Boobery Lane then at the top of the 'S' turn left onto a public footpath and climb steadily to an area where lime used to be extracted - look out for embankments.
You are rewarded with delightful views of East Devon hillforts and perhaps some straying sheep.
Map of Walk 1
Walk 2 Grand Western Canal (2.1 miles)
Difficulty:
This easy and very pleasing walk follows a longer stretch of the Grand Western Canal using mainly public footpaths.
The walk involves a steady climb with glorious views of East Devon.
Expect some muddy patches after heavy rain.
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Map of Walk 2
Walk 3 Revised to Uplowman (4.3 miles)
Difficulty:
Due to on going covid restrictions the walk includes a diversion and follows some permissive paths up a hill.
This pleasant rural walk follows part of the peaceful Grand Western Canal and explores the remote hills and fields around Sampford Peverell. You pass the mill and drained pond near Sampford Manor.
Some stretches may become muddy after heavy rain or contain long grass.
It takes you into Uplowman which boast a popular pub, 
the Redwoods Inn.
Though stiles and kissing gates are well maintained, the paths in some of the fields may be unclear - no problems with a gps.
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There is one steep climb.
Walk 4 Halberton Loop (5.1 miles)
Difficulty:
A pleasant and not too strenuous walk to Halberton & the Swan's Neck Cafe.
The route uses quiet lanes and public footpaths and mainly follows the Grand Western Canal .
The stretch through Halberton leads you past the tranquil Mill Pond and the historic church, before passing the charming Swan's Nest Café.
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You can also walk to Tiverton and return by bus (6.5 miles one way)
Note:Do check if buses are bypassing Sampford Peverell or Halberton due to roadworks!
