� ,I� Cathedral & � Quay Car Park Quayside slipway RB river The i Exeter & Quay Haven Banks $ Outdoor -i Landing stage RB canal offWater Lane .....0 Nature Reserves WATERSPORTS Landing stage LB canal e by low bridge • Access & Portage Point �

CU LB - Left Bank '5 's­ LOOP I I•••···••··" RB - Right Bank � Clapperbrq,ok a-.m.:a'I-- --.:1�-.:a.:a,-- � � When describing the river, le� and right are Lane East • Portage Point - involves § always whilst looking downstream. carrying craft overland to cross >-.. � • Startat Exeter Quay/Canal Basin between river and canal or bypass i;l a weir or gate. e to Countess Wear. Open 6 9am-6pm C: � Parking everyday I"- __,-- �. 1! • Paddle down the canal .....0 (southwards) for 1.4km to head 0 Pub Cafe height bridge with landing stage R C 11111.ai :!� & carpark on the left hand side. Landing stag 8.. canal at Cou tess CU l't'I • Carrybo at fromlanding stage to _ J?, '5 � Wear sw1ngbfldge .c: 0, the river approx. I SOm. Use Landing stage LB ·! 0 steps to access the river. Bridge canal .,offroad to 08·c - Road Sewage Works � co Group Bookings, Adult Ci:fu'rses, Hire, HAVEN BAN KS *Downstream of St James Weir, low Eo>,."I School Holiday Courses, Tuition & more!• . OUTDOOR EDUCATION CENTRE tides can make the river shallow ; ~ · . ...-...... � � When describing the river, le� and right are i;l f and points unusable e Zl some access LOOPl always whilst looking downstream. C: 0 0 ..Q for canoes/kayaks. It's safer to Ferryman's slipway RB river (limited access) 1!C: t:i 0 • Start at Countess Wear to Topsham Lock Cottage (shorter) or full 0 "0 restrict tidal trips fair conditions C: "0 to N 0 C: distance to TurfLocks. .Q.. 0 and 2 hours either side of high tide. :, ... "0 � • Access the river via the slipway on the sewage works access road. QJ ·c � >,. • Paddle downstream under ..Q %­ Paddle downstream (southwards) under MS bridge. -!2 u footbridge continue on to %-� *During lower tides, follow the main buoyed river channel in the . E e Countess Wear road bridge, .!2 u Increased hazards on the estuary can include wind, waves, currents, boats and ,,,, I SOm after bridge there is a 0 j:: @ '/ their wakes. '/ steep slipway on the river right. '/ • The shorter loop: I. Ikm after paddling under the MS bridge there is a ,,.,,,., 200m • Cross over the sewage works � I road and use the landing stage metal slipway on the river right, just beyond Topsham Lock Cottage this can be used to access the canal, but the ferry takes priority and boats ..-,,,.,,.. to get back on the canal. � While all reasonable care has been must not be left unattended in the water or on the ramp. Paddle back up ,: taken to ensure the information • Paddle back up the canal contained on this map is up to date the canal (northwards) to the starting point. (northwards) to the starting t and accurate, no warranty is given that ..­ the information contained on this map • For the full distance, head past Topsham, carry on down the Estuary ,,.., is free from error or omission. Any point. A portage will be '/ Q) '/ Exe reliance placed on such information until you see the Turf Locks on the right hand bank. Using the '/ � required at Double Locks, there '/ shall be at the sole risk of the user. pontoon here to exit the estuary, the ferrytakes priority and boats '/ Please verify the accuracy of the are pontoons opposite the pub ..-,,,. Estuary must not be left unattended in the water or on the pontoon or ramp. 0 information prior to using it. Not to to access the canal either side '/ be used for navigation: the channel is Portage past the pub to access the canal. Paddle northwards on the '/ of the lock gates. ,;.. susceptible to change over time, for up canal back to the startingpoint. to date information on navigation contact the River and Canal Office.

/, Pontoon 2 TurfLock '/ � � The River Exe � Watch Out For 9' &Canal 9' Wildlife $ Plan A Safe Trip

At the top of the , the River Exe and Activities undertaken at the river and canal can be link the estuary to Exeter The whole of the Exe Estuary is hazardous and are undertaken at your own risk. Quayside. an important site for wildlife, ....lliiilii. Follow the below code of conduct when visiting. including Sites of Special Scientific This waterway is steeped in history and is a • Check conditions beforehand via weather Interest (SSSI) and a Special fantastic place to watch wildlife. reports, river levels and tide tables. Protection Area (SPA). During This guide is aimed at visitors using watercraft winter, tens of thousands of birds • Make your own assessment of dangers based on in the river and canal area, and outlines how to depend on the Exe to rest and feed your knowledge, experience and the conditions. make the most of your visit whilst undertaking on their long migratory journeys activities safely and with respect to other • Let someone know your plans and expected from areas as far away as Siberia. return time. visitors and wildlife. Kingfisher • Carry a suitable means of communication for emergencies. � Canoe & Kayak • Carry the relevant safety equipment, e.g. There are a number of Nature personal flotation device. Reserves along the river and 9' Loops • Be visible: make sure lights are used at night. canal which provide feeding and resting areas for these • Only use recognised public access points and sdooi >1eie>1 1B The Canoe & Kayak Loops are a series of protected species. landing places, keeping access clear at all times. self-guided circular canoeing/ kayaking trails aoue:> .1a:,.ax:1 on the river and canal. To make sure the site can be • Watercraft should keep well away from anglers - There are two loops which can be paddled Black-tailed enjoyed by future generations pass quietly by the opposite bank. please: from different access points and in different Godwit Do not exceed the I O knot speed limit within combinations. the river and 5 knots within the canal. Head down the river and back up the canal Give wildlife a wide berth and pass quietly - For further information, Exe leaflets and join up loops for longer trips. It takes 0 disturbance can affect their survival. and other codes of conduct, visit the most people 5-6 hours to paddle each loop and the complete circuit from Exeter Quay to Exe Estuary Management Partnership 0 Avoid areas where birds are feeding, resting or website at www.exe-estuary.org or Turf Locks and back is 17km, which can take a breeding, keep to the main river channel and contact the Exe Estuary Officer at full day. avoid entering the reed beds of the Nature Reserve. � Want To Know exeestua@.gov.uk. To cross between the river and canal and More? avoid weirs and lock gates, it is necessary Avoid lingering in river pools or 9' to carry craftoverland. See map for 0 below fish passes on weirs (where routes and locations of access points migratory fish rest). EXE ESTUARY MANAGEMENT PARTNERSHIP (look out forway marker posts Exe Estuary Officer 0 1392 382236 with a canoe symbol). These codes have been produced by the Exe SAFETY Estuary Management Partnership in collaboration Although they are quiet, Coastguard Emergencies ONLY 999 with AS Watersports, Haven Banks Outdoor non-powered craft such orVHF Chl6 Education Centre, Saddles and Paddles and as canoes, kayaks and Police (non emergencies) 101 supported by local users and organisations. paddleboards can cause Osprey disturbance. Enjoy HARBOUR AUTHORITY (River & Canal Office) watching the wildlife but Office hours 0 1392 265791 keep at least I OOm away. Out of hours emergency 0845 3511060 "' � WATERSPORTS C: WILDLIFE Saddles andPaddles ­ Natural - Devon Office 0300 060 3900 "C •• :l. SEDHRP Mitigation [email protected] t,,J - Prevent litter: -- Officers 0 ESTUARY MANAGEMENT Bin it or take it home 00 PARTNERSHIP VISITOR INFORMATION Otter Custom House Visitor Centre 01392 271611