Two Moors Way

Walk the Two Moors Way

The Two Moors Way runs for 102 miles from Ivybridge to Lynmouth, crossing Devon from south to north through Dartmoor, the countryside of Mid Devon and Exmoor before reaching the North Devon coast.

From Ivybridge, the route heads north into Dartmoor National Park. The first stages cross open moorland and the upper Avon before continuing towards Holne, with some of the most remote and demanding walking of the route found on southern Dartmoor.

Beyond Holne, the Two Moors Way continues through the Dart Valley and towards Hameldown. The route passes close to Widecombe-in-the-Moor before crossing the high moorland towards Chagford, with prehistoric landscapes, open ridges and views across Dartmoor along the way.

From Chagford, the trail follows the Teign towards Drewsteignton before leaving Dartmoor. The landscape changes as the route enters the farmland, woodland and valleys of Mid Devon.

The central stages continue north through quiet countryside towards Morchard Bishop, Witheridge and Knowstone. This rural section separates Dartmoor and Exmoor and passes through a landscape of fields, woodland, farmsteads and small villages.

Beyond Knowstone, the Two Moors Way begins climbing towards Exmoor National Park. The route continues through the upland countryside towards Hawkridge before descending to Tarr Steps and the valley of the River Barle.

From Tarr Steps, the trail follows the Barle Valley through Withypool towards Simonsbath. Moorland, wooded valleys and riverside paths characterise this part of Exmoor as the route heads deeper into the National Park.

The final stage crosses the high moorland of the Chains before descending towards the wooded East Lyn Valley. The Two Moors Way finishes at Lynmouth on the North Devon coast.

Ivybridge, Widecombe-in-the-Moor, Chagford, Witheridge, Withypool, Simonsbath and Lynmouth provide useful bases along the route. The Two Moors Way can be completed as a long-distance walk or explored through shorter sections and walking breaks across Dartmoor, Mid Devon and Exmoor.

Overview

Distance: 102 miles / 164 km
Typical duration: 7–10 walking days
Difficulty: Moderate to Challenging
Start: Ivybridge, Devon
Finish: Lynmouth, Devon
Terrain: Open moorland, upland paths, woodland, field paths, river valleys, farm tracks, rural lanes and village paths