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There is some fantastic dog walking Newton Abbot can offer. Newton Abbot is located in the historic county of Devon, in the southwestern England. It lies near the head of the River Teign estuary, about 5 miles from the English Channel. The area offers National parks, country parks, river walks and reservoirs.
Decoy Country Park
Decoy Country Park is near the edge of Newton Abbot and is a great place to walk your dog. The key feature on this walk is the large lake which provides opportunities to try your hand at a variety of watersports. Surrounding the lake is a woodland where you can walk your dog. They will enjoy sniffing around and there are various types of wildlife to spot.
Dartmoor National Park
This park is an extremely popular area for visitors. There are tors to climb, ancient woodlands to explore, and amazing views. There is plenty of space and many walks to go on. You will be able to spot other wildlife as you walk through so dogs may have to go on a lead. Other than that, it is a great place for a dog walk and there is a lot to see.
Stover Country Park
This easy dog-friendly walk starts in a small car park west of Kingsteignton. It follows part of the Templar Way next to the Stover Canal then to Stover Parkreturning along the River Teign.
The Ted Hughes Poetry Trail opened in 2006 follows paths in Stover Park and displays his poems along the route. They are an interesting read!
As you leave the car park, turn left towards the railway bridge then right into a footpath along the disused canal and follow the Templer Way into Stover Park.
Hackney Marshes Local Nature Reserve
Near Greenhill Way in Kingsteignton, you will come across Hackney Marshes Local Nature Reserve. Located at the head of the Teign Estuary the nature reserve is home to flood meadows, ponds, streams, hedgerows, and woodland.
Near the reserve is a range of paths that allow you to walk on various terrains. Such as; meadows, grassland, reedbeds, and ponds that are home to a host of plants and animals. The walk overall enables you and your dog to experience a variety of habitats and wildlife.
Bakers Park
This is a large open space in the southwest of Newton Abbot. It is a great place for an array of recreational activities. The park, which offers sporting courts and fields links to Bradley Woods where you and your dog can enjoy a walk alongside the River Lemon. Your dog could swim here but watch for overly deep water.
Bradley Woods consists of several meadows, wooded areas, and steams linked by footpaths which is a popular place for a dog walk. Therefore, you are sure to find fellow dog pals on the way.
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