Ashwater is a village and civil parish located in the Torridge district of Devon, England. This tranquil rural setting is characterized by rolling countryside and quiet country lanes, providing a suitable environment for outdoor activities. Its position within North-West Devon allows access to a broader region known for its natural beauty, with views of Dartmoor and Bodmin Moor on clear days. The landscape supports several sports like touring cycling, road cycling, jogging, and mountain biking.
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4.6
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Average rating
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46
riders
28.6km
01:53
370m
370m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
50.0km
03:13
580m
580m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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46.4km
03:01
510m
510m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
32.6km
02:09
430m
430m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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17
riders
91.0km
04:33
1,110m
1,120m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

10
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42.0km
02:07
450m
450m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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34.1km
01:45
380m
380m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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102km
05:09
1,240m
1,240m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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11
runners
9.32km
00:59
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
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10.1km
01:07
130m
130m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.64km
00:56
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7.15km
00:46
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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1
riders
35.0km
02:19
470m
470m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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69.2km
04:21
890m
890m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

30.4km
02:02
350m
350m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
48.0km
03:01
560m
560m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Ashwater offers a range of outdoor activities, including Touring cycling, Road cycling, Jogging, and Mountain biking. The area features quiet country lanes and rural paths suitable for exploring the surrounding countryside.
There are 15 routes available in Ashwater on komoot. These routes have received an average rating of 4.59 out of 5 stars from more than 1,900 visitors.
Yes, Ashwater is well-suited for touring cycling, utilizing quiet country lanes and some off-road sections. The area is part of the 'Ruby Country' initiative, which promotes cycling. Find more information in the guide Cycling around Ashwater.
Road cycling routes in Ashwater primarily use paved surfaces on quiet country lanes. These routes allow for exploration of the rural landscape. Specific routes are detailed in the guide Road Cycling Routes around Ashwater.
Ashwater provides quiet country lanes and rural footpaths that are suitable for jogging. These routes offer scenic options away from heavy traffic. Information on specific trails is available in the guide Running Trails around Ashwater.
While Ashwater itself is rural, the wider Devon area offers mountain biking opportunities. Dedicated off-road cycle routes and trails are available in nearby locations. Consult the guide MTB Trails around Ashwater for local options.
Ashwater is set in rolling countryside. On clear days, views of Dartmoor and Bodmin Moor are possible. The Quoditch Moor Nature Reserve is also located within the parish, offering a local natural area.
The quiet country lanes and rural paths around Ashwater are generally suitable for family-friendly cycling and jogging. Routes often utilize low-traffic areas, providing a safer environment for various skill levels.
Komoot offers several guides for Ashwater, covering different sports. These include Cycling around Ashwater, Road Cycling Routes around Ashwater, Running Trails around Ashwater, and MTB Trails around Ashwater.
The official website for the Ashwater Parish Council, which serves as the local governing body, is ashwaterparish.org.uk. This site provides local community information.
The Ashwater Parish Council can be contacted via the Parish Clerk, Lesley Bain. The phone number for the Parish Clerk is 07981106032, and the email is parishcouncil@ashwaterparish.org.uk.

