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Meldon Viaduct

Hidden Gem

Terrain:

Activities

Best Time To Visit

Moorland, Riverside, Valley

Walking, Cycling, Photography

Year round

Tina Cordon at English Wikipedia / CC BY 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Meldon Viaduct is a disused iron railway viaduct on the edge of Dartmoor, a couple of miles south-west of Okehampton, striding across the West Okement valley on lattice ironwork about a hundred and fifty feet above the floor. Its six spans, carried on slender iron trestles, were built in the early 1...

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FAQ's/Things to Know

Where is Meldon Viaduct?
Dartmoor National Park hosts this historic industrial site along its northern edge. Hikers often see the towering iron framework while exploring the open valleys near Okehampton.

What type of place is Meldon Viaduct?
Meldon Viaduct is a disused railway bridge spanning a deep gorge on the edge of Dartmoor.

When is the best time to visit Meldon Viaduct?
Year round access ensures you can see the metal structure in any season. Crisper autumn mornings provide spectacular low golden light that illuminates the iron skeleton beautifully.

What can you do at Meldon Viaduct?
Walking or cycling along the high timber deck gives you a thrilling perspective of the river below. Photographers also love capturing the dramatic views extending towards the massive concrete dam nearby.

How long should I spend at Meldon Viaduct?
Allocating roughly an hour allows ample time to cross the bridge and enjoy the expansive moorland views. Combining your trip with a longer hike across the nearby granite tors will easily fill half a day.

Where do I park at Meldon Viaduct?
Space for eight vehicles exists near the site, providing four day and four overnight spots. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I eat near Meldon Viaduct?
There are no food spots recorded immediately near Meldon Viaduct, check the UK Hidden Gems app for the nearest options.

Where can I stay near Meldon Viaduct?
There are no staycation spots recorded immediately near Meldon Viaduct, check the UK Hidden Gems app for the nearest options.

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Last Updated:

02 July 2026

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