Newcourt to Digby and Sowton
A station-to-station walkDevonSouth West England
A walk around Sowton in open country and Devon green lanes with superb views, from Newcourt over the M5 to the ancient Clyst Bridge and the village of Clyst St Mary, then on field paths past Bishop's Court and through Sowton village back to Digby & Sowton. A shorter three-mile option turns back at Clyst St Mary.
Bishop's Court: a medieval house that was once a country residence of the Bishops of Exeter.
Clyst Bridge: the ancient stone bridge over the River Clyst, scene of fighting during the 1549 Prayer Book Rebellion.
Lunch: Pubs and shops at Clyst St Mary (the Half Moon and the Blue Ball).
Warnings: The longer loop to Sowton can be very muddy when wet.
Credits
Walk details: Avocet Line Rail Users Group (PDF).