Shaugh Bridge, near Shaugh Prior, Plymouth, Devon
Dewerstone Wood
route · Woodland walk
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6.8
Wildland
1–2 hours
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Why it's Wildland
6.8Granite paths lead through Dewerstone Wood and beside the river, crossing sections of a former granite quarry tramway—a working landscape still legible in the route beneath your feet.
This short Dartmoor-side circuit packs woodland, river and traces of granite quarrying into one clearly described walk. Its former tramway gives the landscape a story beyond the scenery; expect slopes and uneven ground rather than an easy surfaced stroll.
Wild · Atmospheric · Peaceful
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The experience
Follow the National Trust’s 1.1-mile circular route from Shaugh Bridge through woodland and alongside the river. Look out for sections of the former granite quarry tramway. The published route is moderate, with slopes and uneven ground.
Things to do
Walk the waymarked woodland-and-river circuit
Follow the National Trust’s 1.1-mile circular trail through the woods and alongside the river. The route is moderate and includes slopes and uneven ground.
30 minutes listed; allow extra time for stops.
Trace the former granite tramway
Look for sections of the former granite quarry tramway incorporated into the walk’s granite paths.
Make a day of it
Quick escape · About 30 minutes; allow longer for stops and uneven ground.
The short Dewerstone circuit
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Start at the National Trust car park at Shaugh Bridge.
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Follow the waymarked circular route through the woods and alongside the river.
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Notice the granite pathways and sections of the former quarry tramway before returning to the start.
Verified history
The walk includes sections of a former granite quarry tramway. The supplied source identifies this industrial feature but does not provide dates or further historical detail.
Hidden details
Granite tramway traces — Sections of the former granite quarry tramway are included in the route; watch for the change from natural woodland path to the old granite transport line.
When to go
· Not specified in the supplied sources; check conditions before visiting.
The supplied sources do not identify seasonal highlights or a best visiting season.
The route has slopes and uneven ground. Check local weather and trail conditions before setting out.
The route
- surface
- Granite pathways; slopes and uneven ground
- distance
- 1.1 miles (1.76 km)
- duration
- 30 minutes listed
- difficulty
- Moderate
- waymarking
- Waymarked
- route shape
- Circular
- start point
- National Trust car park, Shaugh Bridge, near Shaugh Prior; grid reference SX533637.
- parking start
- National Trust car park at Shaugh Bridge, PL7 5HD. Check current parking arrangements.
- Woodland footpaths
- Riverside sections
- Remains of the former granite quarry tramway
What to look for
Look for the granite pathway and remains of the former quarry tramway along the woodland and riverside route.
The story
Industrial heritage
Best time to go
Check current conditions before visiting; the supplied sources do not identify a preferred season.
No preferred time of day is specified in the supplied sources. Check conditions before setting out.
How long to spend
1–2 hours
Perfect for
Walkers · History lovers · Dogs
Route at a glance
Duration
1–2 hours
Terrain
Woodland, Riverside
Parking / start
National Trust car park at Shaugh Bridge; address listed as PL7 5HD. Check current parking arrangements before travelling.
Before you go
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Practical information
Opening & access
A National Trust waymarked circular walk starts at the Shaugh Bridge car park and follows woodland and riverside footpaths. The route includes slopes and uneven ground; check current access and parking information before setting out.
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Parking
National Trust car park at Shaugh Bridge; address listed as PL7 5HD. Check current parking arrangements before travelling.
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Food & drink
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Dogs
Listed as dog friendly; take extra care around livestock.
Accessibility
Moderate walk with slopes and uneven ground. The route uses granite pathways; check the National Trust access information for individual needs.
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River
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Around Dewerstone Wood
Within 50 km · approximate straight-line distances
