Two Moors Way Walking Holiday
on Dartmoor and Exmoor
In Devon. South West England
Ivybridge to Lynmouth
in 11 Days
10 nights and 9 days walking
Day by Day Itinerary
A 102 or 117 walking route from the south coast of Devon to the north coast of Devon, via Dartmoor and Exmoor.
This is one of our Coast to Coast Walking Holidays in UK, one of our Devon and Dartmoor Walking Holidays, one of our Moorland Walking Holidays, and also one of our Somerset and Exmoor Walking Holidays.
Two Moors Way Walking Holiday
Moorland Walking Holiday on Dartmoor and Exmoor
in Devon, South West England
from Ivybridge to Lynmouth
via Holne, Bennet’s Cross, Hamble Down, Dewsteignton, Morchard Bishop, Tarr Steps, Withypool and Simonsbath
Enjoy a self-guided Two Moors Way walking holiday in Devon on Dartmoor and Exmoor on the 102-mile long-distance hiking tour on the Two Moors Way from Ivybridge to Lynmouth in Devon, England.
This UK Two Moors Way walking holiday starts in Ivybridge in Devon on the southern edge of Dartmoor. The hiking trail crosses some of the remotest parts of Dartmoor before you walk across the unspoilt rural countryside between Dartmoor National Park and Exmoor National Park. Then the walking route crosses Exmoor to finish in Lynmouth on the north coast of Devon.
Our offices are based just off the Two Moors Way and all our staff are familiar with the route. They will be happy to answer any questions regarding the route and will do their best to make this walking tour a memorable vacation.
The Two Moors Way walking holiday connects with the:
- South West Coast Path at either end of the route,
- Dartmoor Way on Dartmoor,
- Tarka Trail,
- Macmillan Way West
- Exe Valley Way on Exmoor.
Our self-guided walking holidays are designed with your comfort and enjoyment in mind and can be tailor-made to your own personal requirements.
The routes are clearly way-marked to provide reassurance on your hiking vacation.
We use a selection of guest houses, inns or small hotels with en-suite or private bathroom to ensure you are well rested each night after a busy day hiking and sightseeing. Rest assured that all our accommodation walking holiday providers are hand-picked and offer you that famous British hospitality.
Special diets can be catered for, including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free.
We organize the luggage transfer so your bags are at your next accommodation when you arrive. We try to get your bags delivered by 4pm, but this may be delayed due to road conditions.
Let’s Go Walking has developed one of the largest selection of walking holidays.
Our offices are staffed 9am to 9pm during our walking season (March to September) to ensure your walking holiday runs without a hitch.
All our walking holidays are self-guided and you must be a confident map reader and able to navigate from a compass bearing. The weather in the UK and Ireland can change quickly effecting visibility and underfoot conditions. It is important to carry a selection of clothing with you on your hike each day to cope with changing weather conditions. If you are not confident of completing any days walk, do not set out.
This walking holiday in the UK operates March to September and in either direction.
The daily distances are only a suggestion. If you would like to walk longer or shorter distances, we can arrange that too.
Our stated distances include mileage to the accommodation or pickup point and so may not agree with the guide book mileages.
Rest days can be taken in any location.
Why not combine this walk with a hiking tour in another part of the UK or Ireland. Our staff will be happy to advise on necessary transfers.
Online booking available.
A deposit of £85 per person is required to secure the booking, with the balance due 6 weeks before departure.
Optional extra days and accommodation upgrades can be added during the booking process online.
Please wait for the confirmation of your holiday before making final travel plans just in case your holiday is not available for your requested date.
Two Moors Way Walking Holiday
Ivybridge to Lynmouth
Suggested Tour Duration:
10 nights, 9 days walking
Total Distance:
102 miles/163 kms
Min/max daily distance:
7/14 miles
Average Daily distance:
12 miles
Grading:
Moderate
Features:
Dartmoor
Bennett’s Cross, Hambledown
Castle Drogo, Drewsteignton
Exmoor
River Barle, Tarr Steps
Withypool, Simonsbath
Lynmouth
This route connects with:
Dartmoor Way
South West Coast Path
Tarka Trail
Exe Valley Way
Macmillan Way West
Two Moors Way Walking Holiday
Moorland Walking Holiday on Dartmoor and Exmoor
in Devon, South West England
from Ivybridge to Lynmouth
10 nights and 9 days walking
Day by Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive at Ivybridge
Arrive at Ivybridge for your first overnight stop before commencing on the Two Moors Way.
Day 2: Ivybridge to Scorriton 12 miles
The Two Moors Way heads up onto open moorland initially following an old tramway past several Bronze Age hut circles, stone rows and cairns. You will also see evidence of tin mining activity and disused china clay workings. Then the walking trail makes its way into the quaint Dartmoor village of Scorriton.
Day 3: Scorriton to Bennett’s Cross 14 miles
After leaving Scorriton the Two Moors Way goes through the village of Holne then follows the River Dart for a short distance before going along Dr Blackall’s Drive. You can visit Widecombe-in-the-Moor, a short detour, before a stunning walk along Hamel Down and past Grimspound, one of the best preserved Bronze Age enclosures on Dartmoor. Today’s walk ends at the 13th century Bennett’s Cross.
Day 4: Bennett’s Cross to Chagford 7 miles
Today you are walking across Chagford Common where you will see a well preserved double stone row and hut circles. Then you drop down into the wooded and picturesque Teign Valley which you follow into Chagford. Chagford was one of the Stannery towns to which all tin found on Dartmoor had to be brought for assay and stamping in Mediaeval times. Later it became an important centre for the wool industry. At Chagford the Two Moors Way intersects with the Dartmoor Way.
Day 5: Chagford to Coleford 12 miles
Today you continue walking along the River Teign into Teign Gorge, past Castle Drogo and into Drewsteignton. As you head out of Drewsteignton you are leaving Dartmoor behind and walking through Devon farmland to Coleford.
Day 6: Coleford to Black Dog 11 miles
A pleasant day’s walking through rolling countryside through the villages of Down St Mary and Morchard Bishop to Black Dog.
Day 7: Black Dog to Knowstone 12 miles
Today you walk through the villages of Washford Pyne and Witheridge before the Two Moors Way goes alongside the Little Dart River for a short distance. Now you can see Exmoor in the distance and soon you reach Knowstone.
Day 8: Knowstone to Withypool 14 miles
After leaving Knowstone you walk through the village of West Anstey, then the Two Moors Way enters Exmoor National Park and you reach the village of Hawkridge, where the Two Moors Way intersects with the Exe Valley Way. You cross the River Barle by Tarr Steps, an ancient clapper bridge, then follow the River Barle into Withypool.
Day 9: Withypool to Simonsbath 7 miles
Today’s walking on the Two Moors Way is a day out on open moorland, following the River Barle to Simonsbath. Here the Two Moors Way intersects with the Tarka Trail and the Macmillan Way West.
Day 10: Simonsbath to Lynmouth 12 miles
After leaving Simonsbath the Two Moors Way visits Exe Head, the source of the River Exe. Then a glorious walk across Exmoor and down Myrtleberry Cleave to Lynmouth on the north coast of Devon. Here the Two Moors Way intersects with the South West Coast Path once again
Day 11: Depart after breakfast
Depart after breakfast or extend your holiday walking and spend some time exploring the Lynmouth area and Devons North Coast.
We can transfer you to your car or station.
Two Moors Way Walking Holiday
11 day itinerary
from Ivybridge to Lynmouth
9 days walking and 10 nights
Suggested Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrive at Ivybridge
Day 2: Ivybridge to Scoriton 12 miles
Day 3: Scoriton to Bennett’s Cross 14 miles
Day 4: Bennett’s Cross to Chagford 7 miles
Day 5: Chagford to Coleford 12 miles
Day 6: Coleford to Black Dog 11 miles
Day 7: Black Dog to Knowstone 12 miles
Day 8: Knowstone to Withypool 14 miles
Day 9: Withypool to Simonsbath 7 miles
Day 10: Simonsbath to Lynmouth 12 miles
Day 11: Depart after breakfast
11 day itinerary 10 nights
| Double or Twin Occupancy | Single Occupancy travelling with others | Solo Traveller |
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| 2024 | £1,220 | £1,810 | £2,010 |
All prices subject to change
Extra nights from £55 per person depending on location
Optional Accommodation Upgrades for
Two Moors Way
Can be added when booking online
Subject to availability Supplement per person per night
Chagford
The Three Crowns
double/twin
£31.50
single
please ask
Lynmouth
Rising Sun Hotel
double/twin
£53.00
single
please ask
Rock House Hotel
£44.00
please ask
What’s included
in your Two Moors Way
Walking Holiday
in Devon, South West England
on Dartmoor and Exmoor
- accommodation at high quality guest houses, inns or small hotels on a bed and breakfast basis
- room with en-suite or private bathroom, tea and coffee making facilities
- daily luggage transfer
- support should there be any problems on route
- detailed itineraries
- Guide book
- OS 1:25,000 map
Optional Extras
for your Two Moors Way
Walking Holiday
in Devon, South West England
on Dartmoor and Exmoor
- upgrade to the region’s most elegant, prestigious and famous hotels, where available
- transfers back to car or station
- parking facilities
- rest days
- inn to inn walks
What’s not included
in your Two Moors Way
Walking Holiday
in Devon, South West England
on Dartmoor and Exmoor
- lunches and dinners
- travel insurance
- entrance to Castle Drogo (National Trust)
Lunches and Dinners
These are not included.
Evening meals
These are available at overnight locations, either at your accommodation or in the town/village.
Packed lunches
These can be provided by your accommodation or can be obtained from a local store, or cafe or inn along the route.
Holiday Travel Insurance
We require that you take out holiday insurance as Let’s Go Biking Ltd accepts no liability for the following:
cancellation, personal accident, illness, loss/theft of personal possessions and/or money, and any unforeseen circumstances, especially travel delays.
This is in addition to our existing
booking conditions.
Please contact us if you have any questions.
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Two Moors Way Walking Holiday:
How to get there:
- By Plane to London, Exeter or Bristol where we can arrange transfer to Ivybridge, Plymouth or Wembury
- By Car to Ivybridge where parking is available
- By Train/Bus to Plymouth where we can arrange transfer to Wembury or Ivybridge
We have moorland walking holidays in the UK in England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Ireland.
This is one of our categories of walking holidays.
- Cleveland Way
- Coleridge Way in Somerset
- Copper Trail in Cornwall
- Cumbria Way passes through the Lake District
- Dales Way
- Dartmoor Way in Devon
- Glens of Antrim on the Moyle Way in Northern Ireland
- Glyndwrs Way in Wales
- Hadrians Wall Path
- Hebridean Way in Scotland
- Herriot Way
- Isle of Man Coastal and Moorland Footpath
- Macmillan Way West
- Mourne Way in Northern Ireland
- Richmond Way
- Tarka Trail in Devon
- Two Moors Way in Devon
- West Highland Way in Scotland
- Wicklow Way in Ireland
- Yorkshire Wolds Way
