This cycle and walking route runs for 11 miles between Lydford and Okehampton along a disused railway line. The route forms part of the National Cycle network with Okehampton the most popular start point where bicycles can be hired locally. The off road track has the advantage of being mostly traffic free. Meldon Viaduct offers spectacular views across the moors.
A traditional popular village pub with friendly staff serving freshly cooked food.
At the top (621m), you can proudly claim to have reached not only the highest summit on Dartmoor, but the highest point in Great Britain south of the Brecon Beacons. Join in the latest countryside craze that is 'letterboxing' and orienteer between thousands of boxes hidden on the moors to collect rubber stamps and try for membership of the '100 Club'. But beware, this remote northern part of Dartmoor is periodically used by the military for firing practice, check before you go. Drive onto Dartmoor off the A30 near Okehampton and park in the Meldon Reservoir car park.
Hire a bike and enjoy the freedom of cycling on the traffic free Granite Way. They have a large fleet of Giant bikes with tag-a-longs and trailer bikes for youngsters. Check opening times on their Web site as they are only open off season by arrangement.
A traditional thatched 13th Century inn in a hamlet setting in north west Dartmoor, serving good food from its renowned restaurant. They like to keep things fresh and local with meals served in the 16th Century Dartmoor Room as well as the main a la carte Stable Restaurant. There's a Snug Bar with local ales as well as a large beer garden with moorland views and a babbling brook.
A traditional festival including Ceilidh, song and music sessions, Dartmoor Fayre, crafts, events, plus lots more. Oh, and if you want to see the Dartmoor Stepdance and Broomdance Championships, this is where it happens!
Situated on the Granite Way, this is the perfect place to hire bikes and explore the surrounding countryside. Bikes are available for all the family with accessories including tag-a-longs and trailers for dogs. The Granite Way is mainly a traffic free cycle route from Okehampton to Lydford and has refreshments stops along the route.
Situated north of the market town of Okehampton, Exbourne is a charming country village close to Dartmoor National Park.
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4 August 2026
This cycle and walking route runs for 11 miles between Lydford and Okehampton along a disused railway line. The route forms part of the National Cycle network with Okehampton the most popular start point where bicycles can be hired locally. The off road track has the advantage of being mostly traffic free. Meldon Viaduct offers spectacular views across the moors.
9 August 2022
A traditional popular village pub with friendly staff serving freshly cooked food.
23 June 2011
At the top (621m), you can proudly claim to have reached not only the highest summit on Dartmoor, but the highest point in Great Britain south of the Brecon Beacons. Join in the latest countryside craze that is 'letterboxing' and orienteer between thousands of boxes hidden on the moors to collect rubber stamps and try for membership of the '100 Club'. But beware, this remote northern part of Dartmoor is periodically used by the military for firing practice, check before you go. Drive onto Dartmoor off the A30 near Okehampton and park in the Meldon Reservoir car park.
Hire a bike and enjoy the freedom of cycling on the traffic free Granite Way. They have a large fleet of Giant bikes with tag-a-longs and trailer bikes for youngsters. Check opening times on their Web site as they are only open off season by arrangement.
A traditional thatched 13th Century inn in a hamlet setting in north west Dartmoor, serving good food from its renowned restaurant. They like to keep things fresh and local with meals served in the 16th Century Dartmoor Room as well as the main a la carte Stable Restaurant. There's a Snug Bar with local ales as well as a large beer garden with moorland views and a babbling brook.
Angling supplies.
A traditional festival including Ceilidh, song and music sessions, Dartmoor Fayre, crafts, events, plus lots more. Oh, and if you want to see the Dartmoor Stepdance and Broomdance Championships, this is where it happens!
Situated on the Granite Way, this is the perfect place to hire bikes and explore the surrounding countryside. Bikes are available for all the family with accessories including tag-a-longs and trailers for dogs. The Granite Way is mainly a traffic free cycle route from Okehampton to Lydford and has refreshments stops along the route.
Situated north of the market town of Okehampton, Exbourne is a charming country village close to Dartmoor National Park.