Tiverton’s Best-Kept Secret in the Heart of the Dart Valley
🌿 Distance: 4 miles (6.4 km)
🥾 Difficulty: Medium to Challenging
🐕 Dog-friendly: Yes (on leads—livestock about!)
📍 Location: Near Withleigh, Tiverton, Devon
💰 Cost: Free!
📅 Open: All year round
Lose Yourself in the Magic of Buzzards Woodland
Looking for the kind of walk that makes your soul exhale? Welcome to Buzzards Woodland Walk—a peaceful yet invigorating trail tucked deep in the Dart Valley near Tiverton. Managed by Knightshayes (National Trust), this off-the-radar gem is a haven for nature lovers and walkers looking for something wilder than your average country stroll.
Expect enchanting bluebells in spring, secretive otters in the river, rare bats fluttering at dusk, and the soft rustle of dormice hiding in ancient trees. This isn’t just a walk—it’s a mini-adventure through one of Devon’s most untouched woodlands.
A Trail with Character – and Plenty of Climb
This is no Sunday saunter. Buzzards Woodland brings the drama with steep hills, stile-hopping, and a splash of squelchy mud—so wear your best boots and embrace the wild. It’s medium to challenging, but oh-so worth the effort for those panoramic views and riverside moments.
🗺️ Waymarked route? Yep! You just have to follow the signs and let your feet do the rest.
Two Viewpoints. Infinite Views.
Whether you’re doing the full trail or just here for a breath of fresh air, the two viewpoints near the car park serve up cinematic valley scenes. Binoculars are optional but highly recommended.
Getting There – Your Woodland Adventure Awaits
From Tiverton, follow the B3137 to Withleigh. Look out for a sign marked ‘parish church’ and turn left down the narrow track beside it. Keep going until you spot the National Trust car park on your right.
Let the forest greet you from there.
Route Highlights – The Buzzards Walk Experience
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Cross stiles, bridges, and wooded paths
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Wander alongside the beautiful River Dart.
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Climb into Cross’ Wood for a proper leg stretch.
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Zig-zag down wild hillsides and past the charming Buzzards Cottage
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Finish strong with a riverside stroll, and return via Worthy Bridge.
Whether you're seeking wildlife, wildflowers, or just a wild escape from the everyday, Buzzards Woodland Walk delivers the goods—quiet, scenic, and totally unplugged from the hustle.
Ready to get off the beaten path and into nature’s embrace?
Buzzards Woodland Walk is calling.
Answer with sturdy boots and a big grin.
