About Two Bridges and Surrounding Area
Two Bridges, in Devon, is a small settlement at the centre of Dartmoor National Park, where the West Dart and Cowsic rivers meet. Known for its hotel and historic coaching routes, it has long been a stopping point for travellers crossing the moor. Surrounded by open moorland, tors, and riverside scenery, it provides accommodation and access to walking and cycling routes across Dartmoor. Nearby places include Princetown, Sherberton, and Bellever, all lying within a short distance. Merrivale and Hexworthy add to the local network, while Postbridge and Babeny connect the area further east.
Dartmeet lies close to the River Dart, while Sampford Spiney and Lower Cator extend the spread of neighbouring settlements around the moor. Visitors staying in Two Bridges benefit from its central location on Dartmoor, offering direct access to iconic landscapes, including tors, valleys, and rivers. With nearby villages providing further links and Princetown offering local services, the settlement combines heritage with practicality. Its riverside setting and strong ties to Dartmoor’s historic routes make Two Bridges a well-placed base for exploring the national park.
