Exeter Ship Canal – Turf Hotel & Marina loop from Marsh Barton

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Exeter Ship Canal – Turf Hotel & Marina loop from Marsh Barton

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Exeter Ship Canal – Turf Hotel & Marina loop from Marsh Barton

01:36

27.9km

30m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 15, 2026

Tips

Includes movable bridges

Check opening times.

After 2.32 km for 39 m

After 25.2 km for 39 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.34 km

Countess Wear Bridges

Highlight • Bridge

Countess Wear Bridges are two bridges in Exeter, Devon that cross the River Exe and the Exeter Ship Canal. They have a D-Day connection because they were used for military …

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2.44 km

Exeter Ship Canal

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Exeter Ship Canal is a canal leading from (and beside) the River Exe to Exeter Quay in the city of Exeter, Devon.

It was first constructed in the 1560s and …

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7.25 km

Turf Lock

Highlight • Pub

Turf Lock is that which marks the end of the Exeter Ship Canal. Thanks to its location on a popular foot and cycle path, as well as its excellent views …

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7.28 km

Iconic Grade II listed pub in an extraordinary waterside location. Offers uninterrupted panoramic views across the outstanding natural beauty of the Exeter canal, River Exe Estuary and Powderham Estate.

Can …

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9.00 km

Powderham Footbridge

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Powderham Footbridge is a footbridge over the Exeter Ship Canal near Powderham, Devon. It is part of the Exe Estuary Trail, a cycle and walking route that follows the River …

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9.79 km

Ancient Oak Tree

Highlight • Natural Monument

nice view

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11.6 km

Palmer's Wood

Forest

14.0 km

Cockwood Harbour

Highlight • Viewpoint

Cockwood Harbour is a small tidal harbour in Cockwood, a village on the western bank of the Exe Estuary in Devon. It is a popular boating spot with a church, …

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26.7 km