Fingle Bridge
A 16th-century packhorse bridge in the woods of the Teign Gorge, where the old pub beside it marks the classic start and end point of gorge walks.
Fingle Bridge was built in the 16th century. This three-arched granite packhorse bridge spans the River Teign, flanked by steep oak-wooded gorge sides. Spring wildflowers and autumn foliage are particularly beautiful here. The Fingle Bridge Inn beside it has a riverside terrace. The classic Hunter's Path climbs from the bridge onto the northern slope of the gorge, passes Castle Drogo, then returns along the river. The full loop is about 5 to 6 km and offers views over the whole gorge. You can also walk downstream along the river to Steps Bridge. Entry is free, but parking beside the bridge is limited, so arrive early in peak season.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Castle Drogo
- Becky Falls
- Hound Tor
- Grimspound
- Haytor Rocks
- Widecombe-in-the-Moor
- Canonteign Falls
- Postbridge Clapper Bridge