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Haytor Descent – Scenic Road to Hound Tor loop from Ashburton

Road cycling routes

South West England

Haytor Descent – Scenic Road to Hound Tor loop from Ashburton

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4.0

(2)

14

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Haytor Descent – Scenic Road to Hound Tor loop from Ashburton

01:45

31.7km

620m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 27, 2026

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Dartmoor National Park

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1

7.42 km

Hemsworthy Gate

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A spectacular rolling road section along here from Hay Tor to Hemsworthy Gate and from Hemsworthy Gate towards Widecombe, with smooth tarmac and incredible moorland views.

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2

9.20 km

Haytor Descent

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Stop at Haytor to admire the far reaching views to the coast then enjoy a fun descent down to Haytor Vale. Watch out for wild ponies!

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10.6 km

Haytor Vale Junction

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Wonderful run all the way down to Ilsington and beyond.

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19.1 km

Scenic Road to Hound Tor

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According to mythology, Hound Tor was created when a mighty hunter called Bowerman interrupted a coven of witches with his hounds, prompting the witches to turn the hunter and his dogs to stone.

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23.4 km

Widecombe Climb

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Great climb touching 20% you earn the view from the top

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6

24.0 km

Harefoot Cross to Hemsworthy Gate Road

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31.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

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31.8 km

Surfaces

28.1 km

3.67 km

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