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Torrington Hill Loop
A road cycling route starting from Great Torrington
A challenging road cycling route with stunning views.
![Map miniature of "Torrington Hill Loop" cycling inspiration in Devon, United Kingdom. Generated by Tarmacs.app cycling route planner](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/routemaps/600/united-kingdom/devon/great-torrington/road/231622.webp)
The Torrington Hill Loop is a challenging road cycling route that takes you through some of the most beautiful landscapes near Great Torrington. With a total ascent of 1496m and a distance of 99km, this loop offers a taste of Devon's hilly terrain. The route passes through the charming village of Beaford, famous for its historical charm and picturesque cottages. As you continue, you'll cycle through Iddesleigh, a village that inspired the renowned author Michael Morpurgo to write his novel 'War Horse'. Okehampton, another highlight along the route, is home to a medieval castle and offers breathtaking views of Dartmoor National Park. Sourton Tors, Bridestowe, Ashwater, Milton Damerel, and Great Torrington are other notable highlights that make this route unforgettable.
Highlights on the route
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Bideford](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/devon/bideford-5.webp)
![Image of Northam](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/devon/northam-5.webp)
![Image of Appledore](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/devon/appledore-4.webp)
![Image of Fremington](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/devon/fremington-4.webp)
![Image of Barnstaple](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/devon/barnstaple-5.webp)
![Image of Hatherleigh](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/devon/hatherleigh-5.webp)
![Image of Braunton](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/devon/braunton-4.webp)
![Image of Holsworthy](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/devon/holsworthy-4.webp)
![Image of South Molton](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/devon/south-molton-4.webp)