Barbican to Mount Batten

Walks, England, Devon, Plymouth
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Barbican to Mount Batten

Plymouth

by simonhird

  • 1hr 5m / 2.1km
  • 38

Find peace and quiet just across the water. A ferry ride to Mount Batten and a stroll along the historical sea front

  • Picnic spot
  • Refreshments
  • Dog friendly
  • Great views
  • Water feature
  • Public transport

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Map preview for Barbican to Mount Batten
  1. Start the walk from the Barbican Wharves

    Step 1: Start the walk from the Barbican Wharves

  2. From here you can catch the ferry over to Mount Batten that you can see in the distance

    Step 2: From here you can catch the ferry over to Mount Batten that you can see in the distance

  3. Head down on to the Barbican Landing stage. You can check the ferry times online or on the wooden board down here

    Step 3: Head down on to the Barbican Landing stage. You can check the ferry times online or on the wooden board down here

  4. There is a regular ferry throughout the year and it is very reasonably priced.

    Step 4: There is a regular ferry throughout the year and it is very reasonably priced.

  5. Step 5:

  6. Enjoy the views across to the Old Citadel as you take the 15 minute journey over to Mount Batten

    Step 6: Enjoy the views across to the Old Citadel as you take the 15 minute journey over to Mount Batten

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