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Meldon Viaduct – Nine Maidens Stone Circle loop from Sourton

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Meldon Viaduct – Nine Maidens Stone Circle loop from Sourton

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Meldon Viaduct – Nine Maidens Stone Circle loop from Sourton

01:37

23.3km

380m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 27, 2026

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Dartmoor National Park

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Start point

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2.92 km

Meldon Viaduct

Highlight • Bridge

Constructed from iron, the Meldon Viaduct was built in 1874 to carry rail passengeacross the West Okement River. The viaduct was in operation until the 1990s.

Today, the viaduct forms …

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6.09 km

Tramlines Bridleway

Highlight (Segment) • River

Lovely track along through the trees and down to the river. Watch out for the gates and dog walkers and busy times.

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10.6 km

The Tors Inn

Highlight • Pub

Another nice boozer..filthy burgers.

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11.7 km

Nine Maidens Stone Circle

Highlight • Historical Site

One of the legend says that the Nine Maidens are or were a group of maidens who danced on a Sunday and were immediately turned to stone. For their punishment …

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13.2 km

Cullever Steps Ford

Highlight • Trail

Fords like this one litter the military roads around this part of Dartmoor. Of course, there are usually bridges nearby if you don't want to get your feet wet, but where's the fun in that?

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16.3 km

Fitz's Well Cross

Highlight • Natural Monument

Legend tells of a couple out walking on the moor who encountered the local Pixies (Piskies) who brought down a mist to prevent them from finding their way. After much …

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23.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.1 km

4.71 km

2.23 km

2.04 km

1.77 km

398 m

Surfaces

15.8 km

3.51 km

3.22 km

577 m

148 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (410 m)

Lowest point (190 m)

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Wednesday 20 May

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11°C

14 %

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Meldon Viaduct – Nine Maidens Stone Circle loop from Sourton

Meldon Viaduct

Tramlines Bridleway

The Tors Inn

Nine Maidens Stone Circle

Cullever Steps Ford

Fitz's Well Cross

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