The South Hams Way
Totnes throws off quirky Glastonbury vibes. Interesting people, independent shops and three Good Beer Guide Pubs. Just the one open for business at midday on a Sunday - but they do Sunday Lunch. A suitable enough temptation to drag Mrs M from her desired coastal walks.
It was during our last visit that I discovered the South Hams Way. A newly launched Long Distance Path tracing the perimeter of the area for 100 miles. A section from Totnes along the River Dart to Ashprington provided the opportunity to complete an inland section.
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| Another on the list? |
The walking is easy... The footpath is surprisingly distant from the river - possibly due to its tidal status and the climb into Ashprington very steep. But it's a pretty little village, complete with a functioning pub - The Durant Arms.
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| As far as you can sail up the Dart to Totnes |
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| The Dart broadening out near Ashprington |
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| Devon Views |
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| After lane walking from Ashprington, views over Totnes |
Into town - where the only outlet selling mystical stuff needs to be in liquid format.
The Bay Horse Inn - a 1pm opener. On a weekend. Strange hours.
Copperhead Ales Taproom - must be religious. They don't open on a Sunday at all.
This leaves the Albert Inn. A Taproom for the Bridgetown Brewery.
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| Einstein a-go-go |
There has been a weekend long beer festival running. I know this, as my first two choices marked on the chalk board have sold out. This left a mild or a Pale Ale (Accolade) from the brewery to try.
A good atmosphere in the pub, as veterans from the previous two days festivities finished their walk of shame for more of what didn't kill them to make them stronger. The barman announced his surprise to see each and every one of them.
Walk Details
Distance - 6.25 miles
Geocaches - 4
Walk Inspiration - Komoot
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