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Gem Bridge – Meldon Viaduct loop from Yeoford

Gem Bridge – Meldon Viaduct loop from Yeoford

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Gem Bridge – Meldon Viaduct loop from Yeoford

08:13

150km

2,090m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 27, 2026

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Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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23.2 km

Millhill Copse

Forest

72.0 km

Heathfield Down

Forest

80.4 km

Shaugh Prior Wooden Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Beautiful river Plym flowing over boulders and rocks. Several testing climbs from the bottom of this valley.

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89.4 km

Viewpoint

90.8 km

Gem Bridge towers 78 feet (24 m) above the River Walkham, affording wonderful views over the valley below. Until 1965, the original Walkham Viaduct would have stood here. Designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel, it was demolished after the closure of the railway.

It's a wonderful experience to cycle over the bridge, especially in autumn when the trees are painted red.

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91.1 km

Grenofen Tunnel on Drake's Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

A network of 21 miles (33 km) cycling and hiking paths, Drake's Trail leads from Tavistock to Plymouth. The Trail passes through quaint countryside, river valleys, peaceful woodland, and vast open moorland. The historic route also includes iconic engineering feats like the Grenofen Tunnel and Gem Bridge. A traffic-free trail, the path is suitable for most types of bikes, although some sections are gravel and slippery in the rain.

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95.6 km

Abbey Bridge and Weir

Highlight • Historical Site

This gorgeous 18th-century bridge is one of several in the heart of Tavistock but is perhaps the prettiest. The River Tavy rushes underneath to pass down the weir, creating a series of little waterfalls in lush surroundings.

The bridge features both on the Dartmoor Way cycle route and National Cycle Network Route 27.

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104 km

St Michael's Church, Brent Tor

Highlight • Summit

Feel small under the gaze of this church that looks like a castle

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104 km

Brentor Church

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful view of the church on this segment

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110 km

Lydford Castle and Saxon Town

Highlight • Historical Site

Lydford is a pretty little village on the edge of Dartmoor National Park and hides, within its boundaries, several amazing features. One of these is its castle, of Norman origin that was rebuilt in the late 12th century with the tower being renovated in the 13th century.

Consistently used over the centuries and repeatedly overhauled, it eventually fell into disuse in the 19th century. Free to enter, you can enjoy its large, sloping lawn after you've had a nose about the tiny building. A perfect picnic spot, the castle sits in utter tranquillity.

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121 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 part of the Granite Way, a long-distance cycle path in Dartmoor. It's well-surfaced so perfect for families and children. There are no hills either! The Viaduct is one of only two such railway bridges still surviving in the UK.

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150 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

124 km

17.9 km

3.66 km

2.49 km

2.40 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

96.1 km

51.8 km

2.54 km

120 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (300 m)

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Gem Bridge – Meldon Viaduct loop from Yeoford

Shaugh Prior Wooden Bridge

Gem Bridge

Grenofen Tunnel on Drake's Trail

Abbey Bridge and Weir

St Michael's Church, Brent Tor

Brentor Church

Lydford Castle and Saxon Town

Meldon Viaduct

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