Grand Western Canal – Grand Western Canal Dock loop from Tiverton

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Grand Western Canal – Grand Western Canal Dock loop from Tiverton

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Grand Western Canal – Grand Western Canal Dock loop from Tiverton

03:11

45.8km

520m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 21, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 38.3 km for 97 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

Get Directions

25.2 km

Stawley Village

Highlight • Historical Site

A pretty village nestled amongst the Somerset hills, Stawley has witnessed many eras of history. There has been a village here as far back as 1086, when the Domesday Book …

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25.5 km

Church of St Peter, Greenham

Highlight • Other

27.1 km

Beacon Hill Copse

Forest

27.3 km

Grand Western Canal

Highlight (Segment) • Structure

Meandering 11 miles (22km) through beautiful Somerset countryside, the Grand West Country Canal is a lovely place to cycle. Here, you will find cafes, public toilets, picnic areas, and you …

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34.6 km

Owl Carved from Tree Stump

Highlight • Monument

Lovely piece of artwork carved out of an old tree stump is a nice surprise on the banks of the canal

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37.0 km

Grand Western Canal Near Sampford Peverell

Highlight • Viewpoint

38.2 km

Halberton Mill Pond

Highlight • Lake

The millpond, home to numerous ducks, feeds the mill leat, which used to turn a water wheel (sadly long gone) at Halberton Mill (ST010126), now a private dwelling.

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40.4 km

Manley Bridge on the Grand Western Canal

Highlight • River

Grade II-listed bridge over the Grand Western Canal just outside Tiverton. Lovely peaceful spot.

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45.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

25.1 km

12.8 km

3.96 km

1.92 km

1.34 km

669 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

25.8 km

8.29 km

6.38 km

4.98 km

260 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Tuesday 20 October

11°C

7°C

74 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 38.0 km/h

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Comments

February 27, 2022,Bampton to Sampford Peverell

Great ride with some great sites and statues along the way. There are some tough hills at the start. Unfortunately I had a puncture and forgot my anti theft wheel lock so couldn't change the tire and complete the loop.