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Cycle Guide Maps Exe Estuary shore code Cycling is a great way to get around Be safe: don’t put yourself or others at risk. Exeter and Exmouth. These maps are Be aware of the dangers from rising tides, designed to be useful for anyone on soft mud, cliff edges and strong currents. a bike. The roads and cycle tracks Fish wisely: avoid waste. Only take bait for planned trips, are colour coded to show what type don’t discard tackle and return unwanted fish to the sea. Enjoy the Exe Exe Estuary Trail of route to expect when you cycle Prevent litter: bin litter or take it home with you. through and around Exeter and

Photo: Nigel Cheffers-Heard 2990 Observe estuary bylaws & warnings: Exmouth. We hope that these maps Estuary Trail check information at access points. will be useful when you plan your Devon County Council is creating a fantastic new commute, travel to school, shopping, Be considerate to other estuary users: always keep cycle/walkway known as the Exe Estuary Trail. ExeExe social, leisure or simply for exercise. pets under control and don’t block access points. It is part of Route 2 of the National Cycle Network Protect and avoid disturbing wildlife: as well as a scenic route for pedestrians. Download free maps from enjoy watching the wildlife but keep your distance, www.cycledevon.info or for a free hard especially from birds gathering at high water. When completed, the 26 mile trail will provide an copy, email [email protected] exciting opportunity for people to cycle or walk To report pollution to watercourses, flooding, fly tipping Explorer or telephone 0845 155 1004. Explorer around the entire Exe Estuary, appreciating the of industrial wastes and illegal fishing please call the wildlife and passing through some beautiful riverside Environment Agency Emergency Hotline on: 0800 807060 A guide to exploring the Exe Estuary towns and villages steeped in maritime history. The trail connects 80,000 residents to the city of Exeter and is used by nearly 200,000 people each year. Other Leaflets Exe Estuary Management Partnership For more up-to-date information about the progress Exe Activities is a guide to the recreational For people, for wildlife, for the future. of the trail please visit www.cycledevon.info activities available to enjoy in and around the Exe. A map shows the location of activities, For more information on the work we do please clubs and organisations who can provide contact the Exe Estuary officer, Midge Kelly: Share This Space more detailed local information about the T: 01392 383000 E: [email protected] various water sports and leisure pursuits W: www.exe-estuary.org • Be polite and considerate. available, as well as their contact information. If someone lets you pass, thank them. C/o Devon County Council, AB3 Lucombe House, Exe Wildlife is a guide to when and where County Hall, Topsham Road, Exeter EX2 4QD • Travel at a speed that is to see some of the wildlife highlights on the appropriate to the conditions, No part of this leaflet is to be reproduced without the globally important and protected Exe Estuary, approval of the Exe Estuary Management Partnership. e.g. when the path is busy. and can help you to learn more about the animals • Bikes are quiet so let people know that live in this ever changing environment. you are coming – ring your bell, or a Explore Exmouth is a series of eight linked friendly “Hello!” often works wonders. circular walks in Exmouth and • Be prepared to slow or stop areas. The routes are accessible and mostly – there may be people who don’t know stile-free. All of the walks connect with at you are there, or dogs off their lead. least two others, so can be easily extended. • Take care when passing others, especially children and Walking Trails in Devon contains ten walks older or disabled people and allow them plenty of room. plus information on the Exe Valley Way, East Devon Way and the South West Coast • There are on-road sections, e.g. in Exton, Lympstone, Path National Trail. Pick up a free copy Exmouth Town Dawlish Town Topsham and Dawlish. These may be on narrow roads Avocet from a TIC or visit www.visitdevon.co.uk Council Council and hilly, so please take extra care and consider others. Turf Lock Leaflets are available from Tourist • If you’re cycling with children, take up a Information Centres, our website: position behind them. If there are two adults www.exe-estuary.org, or by contacting us in your group, it’s a good idea to have one at via email: [email protected] the back and one in front of the children. Many thanks to John Drake-Law (Spoonbill image), John Morton (Exe Estuary Trail) and DCC for the use of their images in this leaflet. 02738 • Issue 9 – November 2013 www.exe-estuary.org Exploring the Exe

With help from public transport and ferries you can get Exquisite around much of the estuary in a day. Please take care The Exe is one of the most important crossing roads and railways and enjoy exploring the Exe. estuaries in Europe for wildlife, particularly birds. It is recognised A scenic cruise and train ride with a leisurely stroll as a Special Protection Excellent Area and Site of Special

1. Take ferry from Topsham 29 to Exmouth 56 Scientific Interest. These © RSPB Exeter Canal and Locks Redshank are the oldest of their 2. Walk or cycle from Exmouth to Lympstone 27 (2.5 miles) or designations ensure that type in the UK. They Exton 28 (4 miles) or Topsham 29 (6 miles) any development plans or were built in 1567 to 3. If stopping at Lympstone or Exton catch the train back to Topsham projects on the estuary must be submitted to Natural divert trade to Exeter Suitability: Walkers, cyclists, wheelchairs and pushchairs England for its consent. from Topsham, which at Time for walkers: Lympstone - 3hrs, Exton - 3hrs 30mins, that time was the second Topsham - 4 hours busiest port in the UK. Time for cyclists: Lympstone - 2hrs 30mins, Exton - 2hrs 40mins, Topsham - 3 hours Estimated Cost: £8 adults, £5 children with Round Robin ticket 9 9 Getting Started: A car park is available in Topsham on Holman Way that is a short walk from the quay. Buses and trains from Exeter to Topsham are frequent and reliable. Alternatively, ample parking and public transport links are available in Exmouth if you reverse the route. Exotic Cyclists please In Topsham, follow signs to Lager Quay where Stuart Line Cruises depart Bowling Green Marsh please Cyclists dismount for Exmouth when tides permit (check times by calling 01395 222144). and dismount The ferry takes from 1 to 1.5 hours depending on tides. are essential high tide roosting sites for the many Topsham From Exmouth Marina travel along Victoria Road and turn left on to Imperial Road. thousands of birds that Follow this road onto Marine way. Where the road forks take the left hand path migrate to the estuary which follows the Estuary. The 1.5 mile walk will wind its way along the Estuary each winter. They feed 8 to Lympstone where you can catch a train back to Topsham or continue on and rest on these areas 8 foot to Exton or Topsham (please see approximate journey times above). during high tide and then move back on to the rich Key 3 For ferry services see e se vices ser y rr fe r Fo 3 ‘Travel around the Exe’ mud flats, to feed on e’ Ex the around l ve ra ‘T Footpath (off road) only Parking available on outer panel Explore Exminster Marshes and Topsham worms, snails and shellfish, l pane outer on recommended for walkers as they are revealed Key viewing point 1. Walk or cycle from Exminster to the Turf Hotel 3 by the falling tide. Footpath (on road) only 2. Take the ferry to Topsham Tourist Information recommended for walkers 3. Take the Topsham ferry back to Exminster Toilet Cycle route (off road) suitable Suitability: Primarily walkers. Cyclists, wheelchair for walking, cycling, Refreshments and pushchair users; please check with ferry operators Kitesurfing in Exmouth wheelchairs and pushchairs that they will be able to accommodate you Cycle Hire Time: Two hours approx for walkers and 1.5 hours for cyclists Cycle route (on road) suitable Distance on foot: One mile approx for walking, cycling, Bus stop Estimated Cost: £5 Adults, £3 children wheelchairs and pushchairs (under 12), £1 bikes Bathing area 7 7 Foot ferry (ferry guide overleaf) Getting Started: Two small car parks are Railway/Station Nature reserve available at the Exminster Marshes RSPB Nature Reserve. Alternatively take Foot ferry routes the bus (service 2) to Exminster. (see reverse for more information) 1 2 3 4 5 56 Locations Follow the Exe Estuary Trail Exciting along the canal until you reach The estuary is a hub of the Turf Hotel (01392 833128). activity for recreational Average distances and times Refreshments are available here activities; such as sailing, while you wait for the next 11 to 2 Exeter Quay to Topsham Ferry: canoeing, windsurfing, ferry which leaves from the jetty fishing and scuba diving. 4 miles / 6.4km – 1.2 hours / 29 minutes at the end of the garden (The There are several clubs 2 3 Topsham Ferry to Turf Hotel Sea Dream II 07778 370582). 1 to 3 and training centres 1.5 miles / 2.4km – 30 minutes / 9 minutes 4 When you arrive in Topsham available to help you 4 13 to 4 Turf Hotel to Starcross you can choose to browse make the most of the Exe. 3 miles / 4.8km – 1 hour / 20 minutes the historical town or head straight for the Topsham 14 to 5 Starcross to Dawlish Warren Examine ferry (07801 203338) 2.5 miles / 4km – 40 minutes / 19 minutes The Brunel Tower at by following Ferry Road. Once back on the 16 to 7 Exmouth to Lympstone Starcross is the best Exminster side you can choose to take a stroll 2.5 miles / 4km – 50 minutes / 20 minutes surviving remnant through the Exminster Marshes reserve (walkers of Isambard Brunel’s 6 only) or head back along the canal path. 6 17 to 58 Lympstone to Exton famous Atmospheric 1.5 miles / 2.4km – 30 minutes / 10 minutes railway, which was South West est W South Coast Path th Pa Coast 18 to 59 Exton to Topsham quickly abandoned after National Trail l ai Tr National 2 miles / 3.2km – 40 minutes / 15 minutes its completion in 1845. (Poole - 116 miles) Explore miles) 116 - oole (P Distances and times are approximate and based on an average Today the pump house Exmouth is the start walking speed of 3 miles per hour and cycling speed of 12 is home to the Starcross of the Jurassic Coast miles per hour. Fishing and Cruising Club. World Heritage Site. For an online cycle journey planner and more information on The coast line tells cycling in Devon please visit: www.cycledevon.info the history of the Exceptional earth. The rocks at Bus routes The cycle trail offers a Orcombe Point date 5 back to 250 million Exmouth 5 57 Exeter - Topsham - Exton - Lympstone - Exmouth remarkable experience for cyclists to enjoy stunning years. The red cliffs Runs Mon-Sat daytime every 15 mins, are due to the and Sunday and evenings every 30 mins views of the estuary. Bike hire is available in Exeter, presence of iron. 2 Exeter - Exminster - Kenton - Starcross - Topsham and Exmouth so Cockwood Harbour - Dawlish Warren - Dawlish there is no excuse for not Exe Estuary Trail Runs Mon-Sat daytime every 20 mins, Brunel’s Pump House getting out on a bike to and Sunday every 30 mins from spring enjoy the miles of off road, Exploring Exmouth (service runs hourly during evenings and winter) flat trails that the area has to To check seasonal timetable offer and making the most There are many short circular walks that can be changes please call: 01392 427711 of the beautiful landscape created within the towns on the banks of the and wildlife spotting Estuary. Why not walk from the Imperial Recreation South West Coast Path Ground in Exmouth, with its open views of the th Pa Coast est W South Image credits (from top left clockwise): Topsham (Mike Tuckett), National Trail opportunities available. l ai Tr National Redshank (Andy Hay, rspb-images.com), Kite surfing (Dave Pick) (Minehead - 512 miles) estuary, to the sea front and Jurassic Coast. miles) 512 - (Minehead