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Plym Bridge Woods Dog Walk, Plymouth, Devon

Plym Bridge Woods Dog Walk

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Suitable forWalking
Dog friendlyRiverside

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Plymouth's most popular woodland dog walk — the National Trust Plym Bridge Woods follow the River Plym through ancient oak and beech woodland on the edge of Dartmoor. Dogs run off-lead throughout; the river offers constant paddling opportunities.

For your dog

Off leadYes, there are stretches where your dog can run free
WaterRiver Plym throughout
LivestockNone expected
MudWoodland paths muddy after rain
SuitsAll breeds
Best timeAll year

Along the way

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Plym BridgeThe ancient clapper bridge over the River Plym — dogs splash in the clear river below.

The route

Distance13.9 km
Off leadYes
Walking≈ 3 h 39
Climb↑ 337 m
RouteOut and back

A 13.9 km out-and-back dog walk from Plymouth, with 337 m of climbing.

Elevation↑ 337 m in total

Before you go

StartPlym Valley Trail, Woolwell, South HamsOpen the start in Maps →
FinishBack where you started
ParkingPlym Bridge car park, PL7 5EB. NT members free.
By train or busBus from Plymouth city centre.
UnderfootLower riverside path accessible.
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