FOWEY SIGHTSEEING TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Tamara Way: Rivers, Rail and a Tidal Crossing from Bere Ferrers to Tamerton Foliot
A 3-hour, approximately 5.5-mile guided walk along the Devon side of the Tamar that threads riverside paths, woodlands and villages—ideal for walkers who want local context and questions encouraged.
Tamara Way: Rivers, Rail and a Tidal Crossing from Bere Ferrers to Tamerton Foliot.
This guided Tamara Way walk is a focused, 3-hour exploration of the Devon side of the Tamar Valley, taking in riverside paths, wooded slopes, low hills and village lanes. The linear route follows countryside footpaths and made-up paths and roads, includes a tidal crossing of the Tavy, and finishes in Tamerton Foliot where a tea or lunch stop awaits.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Riverside views and a tidal crossing
The route runs beside the Tamar and crosses the tidal Tavy, offering striking riverside panoramas as you walk a mixture of countryside footpaths and made-up tracks.
Mining heritage and grand houses
Along the Tamara Way you pass evidence of the area's mining past and the occasional grand house, a reminder of the valley's layered human history punctuating the natural scenery.
Friendly, informative guiding
The walk is led with an approachable style that encourages questions, making the route as much an interpretive stroll as a physical outing.
What the day feels like
What the walk feels like
This is a moderate, linear guided walk of roughly 3 hours and about 5.5 miles that moves from Bere Ferrers along riverside tracks and through woodlands and low hills to Tamerton Foliot. Paths vary from countryside footpaths to made-up tracks and minor roads, and the group pauses to take in viewpoints, the valley’s built heritage and the tidal crossing of the Tavy before concluding at a village where refreshments are an option.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this walk suits — and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Clothing to suit the weather, sturdy footwear for rugged terrain, water, a rucksack or carrier for your gear and a camera or phone.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the walk?
The guided walk lasts approximately 3 hours and covers roughly 5.5 miles.
Where do we meet?
The meeting point is Bere Ferrers Railway Station; public parking at the start is very limited so arriving by train is recommended.
Is there an age limit or participant cap?
Participants should be aged 12 or older; the tour will run even with one booked participant and the maximum group size is 8.
Are discounts available?
There is a 10% discount for guests arriving by public transport (use code GOODJOURNEY and bring proof of travel) and a discount for PARD CARD holders (use code PARDCARD and bring your card; failure to present it invalidates the booking).
What happens at the end of the walk?
The walk finishes in Tamerton Foliot where walkers can choose to have tea or lunch (not included); there is a bus service to Plymouth with a roughly 30-minute frequency.
What terrain should I expect?
Expect a mix of riverside paths, woodland tracks, sloping footpaths and some minor roads; wear footwear suitable for rugged terrain.