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Mountain biking trails

South West England

Exeter Cathedral – Turf Lock loop from Exeter St Thomas

Mountain biking trails

South West England

Exeter Cathedral – Turf Lock loop from Exeter St Thomas

Moderate

3.0

(1)

6

riders

Exeter Cathedral – Turf Lock loop from Exeter St Thomas

02:41

45.1km

360m

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: April 22, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 8.63 km for 53 m

After 15.8 km for 141 m

After 16.1 km for 141 m

After 22.7 km for 58 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

1.17 km

Exeter Cathedral

Highlight • Religious Site

This grand cathedral lies in the heart of Exeter and dates back to the 14th century. It has the longest, uninterrupted vaulted ceiling in England which is breathtaking to behold. …

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2

5.32 km

Exeter Ship Canal

Highlight • Cycleway

3

8.65 km

Topsham Lock Cottage

Highlight • Structure

This little bridge spans the Exeter Ship Canal and links the foot/cycle path to the Topsham passenger ferry. It's a picturesque lookout for the canal, especially as you look northwards to the old lock cottage (a cafe in summer).

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4

10.6 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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5

10.7 km

Turf Hotel & Marina

Highlight • Cafe

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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14.9 km

Palmer's Wood

Forest

7

16.0 km

Starcross–Exmouth Ferry

Highlight • Cycleway

Be prepared to wait for the ferry depending on the ride. £5 to cross and £1 for the bicycle.

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8

18.3 km

Dawlish Warren Cycle Path

Highlight • Cycleway

32.8 km

Clumpit Wood

Forest

44.1 km

Exe

Lake

B

45.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

21.3 km

19.1 km

2.50 km

1.41 km

413 m

340 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

27.4 km

16.1 km

503 m

485 m

345 m

329 m

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Wednesday 20 May

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12°C

13 %

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