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Grenofen Tunnel – Gem Bridge loop from Cross

Moderate

32

runners

Grenofen Tunnel – Gem Bridge loop from Cross

01:12

11.2km

170m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 23, 2026

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Dartmoor National Park

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333 m

Grenofen Tunnel

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Part of the Drake’s Trail and the Dartmoor Way, this 374-yard (341 m) tunnel was built by Brunel in the mid-1850s for the South Devon & Tavistock Railway. After the …

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1.17 km

Gem Bridge

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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 …

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3

1.25 km

This is an exciting section of the glorious 21-mile Drake's Trail cycling path that runs through Dartmoor.

You will pass through enchanting forestry featuring seasonal bluebells and over Magpie Viaduct, …

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5.55 km

The Larder at Yelverton

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Wonderful tea and cake at this bakery deli and cafe on the NCN27 Devon coast to coast

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5.99 km

Bread and Moor Bakery

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A lovely bakery and cafe in Yelverton, this makes for an ideal cake and coffee stop if you’re passing by on the Drake’s Trail/Dartmoor Way. The bakery is particularly well …

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6.06 km

Dartmoor Bakery

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6.06 km

Bread and Moor Coffee Shop

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Brilliant swirls, but perhaps a little small so not ideal if super busy weekend!

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8.98 km

Magpie Viaduct

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Magpie Viaduct was designed by Brunel and originally built in 1859 from granite and timber, then rebuilt in 1902 in Staffordshire brick.

From here you can also enjoy a raised vantage point for views over Dartmoor.

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11.2 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.97 km

1.04 km

136 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.78 km

3.25 km

844 m

292 m

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Monday 5 October

18°C

11°C

54 %

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