Dart Valley Explorer: Totnes to Dittisham and the ferry

Join us for a wonderful linear riverside walk along the Dart Valley Trail from Totnes to Dittisham. This is a fabulous walk in South Devon along a waymarked route of lanes and riverside paths. We will stop part along the way to enjoy a packed lunch and then arrive at the small riverside village of Dittisham where we can enjoy tea and cakes. We'll then continue our walk by taking the regular ferry across to Greenway Quay and walking to Churston, from where we can catch a bus to Paignton and (for those who need to) a returning bus to Totnes.

The Dart Valley never disappoints and this walk takes in lovely villages, the river and passes by Agatha Christie's former home of Greenway.

The total walking distance is 11 miles and the walking involves an overall ascent of 440 metres. The terrain involves lanes, paths and fields with some significant ascents and descents. Please wear good waling trainers or walking boots.

Please bring a packed lunch and plenty of water.

You will need a contactless card or device to pay for the Dittisham Ferry (£3.50) and bus fares when we get to Churston.

This walk starts in Totnes, with regular train and bus connections to other places in Devon, and the walk finishes in Churston, from where we can catch a frequent 12 bus to Paignton Station and, for those who need to get back to Totnes, an hourly 80 service towards Totnes.