Steps Bridge Circular walk

Steps Bridge is located on the northern edge of Dartmoor and though it lacks the open moorland associated with the moor it is nevertheless a lovely, picturesque walk. The reason it is called 'Steps' Bridge is unclear but locals tell me that the pop group 'Steps' crossed the bridge in the late 90s and this may be the derivation.

Park at the car park over the bridge and head along the south side of the River Teign. After 1/2 mile you have the option of a left turn for a short uphill loop but instead turn right and continue along the river. Although you can continue right along to Clifford Bridge, the final few hundred yards is not open to walkers so instead turn left up a steep climb and loop around to the right and then down the road to the bridge. Follow the road to the other side of the river and walk back to Steps Bridge.

start point sx803882
distance 5 miles
approx time 1hr 50mins
Guiness enjoyment rating 7/10 (8 if he gets an additional biscuit at the bench on the final stretch)

Guiness has a disntinct lack of vigour in trying to find his ball on a rope when he loses it. Watch him in action.