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Dartmoor Forest

Postbridge Clapper Bridge – Postbridge Clapper Bridge loop from Postbridge

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United Kingdom
England
South West England
Devon
West Devon
Dartmoor Forest

Postbridge Clapper Bridge – Postbridge Clapper Bridge loop from Postbridge

Moderate

4.5

(4)

47

hikers

Postbridge Clapper Bridge – Postbridge Clapper Bridge loop from Postbridge

02:19

8.08km

190m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 29, 2026

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Dartmoor National Park

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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132 m

Postbridge Clapper Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

A truly iconic sight on Dartmoor which usually finds itself on the itinerary for most visitors.

There has been a bridge here since the 1300s, possibly earlier. However, the first written record of the bridge only appears from 1655. The bridge's slabs are over four metres long and two metres wide, meaning that a small car can easily pass. Access from the road is no longer possible since the construction of a newer, wider bridge.

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2

189 m

Postbridge Clapper Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

This is more a little stop along the way instead of a destination. It has two bridges that are pretty and a little shop. It would be a good starting point to hike onto the moor from as it has parking that has a donation box and allows overnight parking.

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3

381 m

The Dartmoor National Park Visitor Centre is a great hub to start a walk from, or visit mid-hike.

There is a car park, public toilets and shop here, stocked with everything from maps to locally produced crafts, as well as a water refill station and lovely, friendly staff. There's also an exhibition with lots to learn for all ages.

For the most current opening times, visit: dartmoor.gov.uk/enjoy-dartmoor/planning-your-visit/our-visitor-centres/postbridge-visitor-centre

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4

4.02 km

Sandy Hole Pool

Highlight • Lake

swimming is good, the bottoms not as mysterious as you think. about 1.5m deep ish

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5

4.50 km

East Dart Waterfall

Highlight • River

A popular spot for walkers - and a fine place for a paddle on a hot day! Whilst it might not the most spectacular waterfall the national park has to offer, it is certainly picturesque. A perfect spot for a picnic too!

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8.08 km

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Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.96 km

2.84 km

215 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.63 km

3.10 km

944 m

388 m

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Highest point (490 m)

Lowest point (330 m)

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Tuesday 16 June

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12°C

21 %

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