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Start at Sampford Peverell village car park off Lower Town, beside the playing field and tennis courts. Take the path from the north end of the parking area to the canal and turn right. Follow the towpath under Buckland Bridge and the A361 at Boehill Bridge, then continue past Holbrook Bridge. Ayshford Chapel stands across the water, beside Ayshford Court. Stay on the towpath past Westcott and Ebear bridges, round the broad bend and through Burlescombe. Continue under Fossend and Fenacre bridges to the southern approach to Whipcott Bridge. Turn before the bridge and retrace the same towpath and parking path.
The canal links open farmland, hedgerows and wooded stretches, with old accommodation bridges and views towards the Blackdown Hills. This return walk explores the quieter eastern section, rather than the Tiverton barge-trip stretch. Allow about 3 hours 45 minutes for the 13 km walk and short stops. The towpath is mostly level and surfaced with compacted limestone or gravel, though narrow bridge passages, damp surfaces and leaves need care. Share the path with cyclists and anglers, keep dogs under control and take care beside the unguarded water edge.
Public toilets, a shop and pubs are in Sampford Peverell. Check their opening times, parking signs and current Canal Ranger notices before setting out; bring water for the longer rural section. Keep to the canal path and respect neighbouring farmland and private properties. Route and visitor details checked against Devon County Council canal information and the Tiverton Canal Co. 2026 map.
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