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Abbeyford
 

On the outskirts of Okehampton the walks through this beautiful wood lead you past majestic Douglas Fir trees, through areas of old beech and alongside the banks of the River Okement, and is therefore popular with local people. There are two walks, one of which forms part of the Tarka Trail and follows the river. The other is a circular route and winds its way through the wood.

How to get there:

Okehampton is the nearest town or village.
OS Grid Reference: SX589976

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Travelling south along the A30 take the first exit to Okehampton town centre and turn right at the first set of traffic lights (signposted North Road Industrial Estate). Turn right at the T-junction, then first left and follow the road to the top of the hill where you will find the main Abbeyford car park.


RIVER LYD AT ABBEYFORD WOODS

Facilities:

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Activities:

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cycling

The woods are a popular playground for local mountain bikers and North Shore enthusiasts. Local club Okefreeriders have constructed a North Shore run in the woods, in co-operation with the Forestry Commission.

horse riding

With the exception of bridleways horse riders require a permit to ride in these woods. Please contact the District Office on 01392 832262 for an application form.

Contact:

Glyn Bradbury
Recreation Ranger
01409 221692
e-mail: glyn.bradbury@forestry.gsi.gov.uk


active woods
What's of interest
As you wander through this wood take some time to admire the views towards Dartmoor.

What's on
What else is here
In Abbeyford there is also
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