Walks from Crediton
MapBeautiful walks starting or ending at Crediton Station.
Alternatively, view walks you can reach directly from Crediton by train.
Crediton to Exeter Central
Incredible views from Stoke Hill. A long, varied route alternating quiet country lanes with footpaths through the Devon countryside and with a stretch along the River Creedy and a high crossing over Stoke Hill. Some mud in wetter seasons; road sections are short and quiet. Several points intersect the Exeter-Crediton bus route (369 or 5) if the walk is too long. Starts through Shobrooke Park past ancient trees.
Time: 5h30–11h30
1 lunch spot: the Beer Engine
Warnings: Crossing the A396 Tiverton Road is a fast road, so cross only when clear in both directions.
Walk details: Slow Ways.
Newton St Cyres to Crediton
Lapford to Crediton
The views reward the effort. Hilly mid-Devon countryside on byways, bridleways and field paths, with a fair amount of quiet-lane walking. Steep gradients in places, several gates, steps and stiles. Byways can be muddy and prone to flooded sections in winter and though usually fine in drier months.
Time: 5h30–10h30
Lunch: Shops and pubs at Sandford and Morchard Bishop; the Morchard Bishop pub may be closed but the village shop is well stocked with hot food.
Warnings: Steep gradients, steps and stiles. Cattle graze several fields and can be territorial near Merchant's Corner; a couple of gates have to be climbed. Flooded sections possible on the byways between Moor Farm and Swannaton after rain. Can be muddy.
Walk details: Slow Ways.