The area is named because it is fairly long and was once a saltmarsh, today it is a nature reserve. The causeway which encloses Longmarsh was built in the 1830’s to keep the channel deep for shipping.

• Longmarsh was used as a rifle range.
• The remains of the butts set up in 1860 can still be seen at the far end of the marsh.
• You may see all manner of bird life including kingfishers.

From 1860 until the end of World War II Longmarsh was used as a rifle range. The Totnes Rifle Volunteers practiced their shooting skills 1860 – 1908. Then the Territorial Army and regular allied troops during the war.

• The volunteer movement began in 1794 in response to the threat of an invasion by Napoleon.
• in 1990 1500 trees were planted by local school children.

It’s all flat and level all the way to the end if you stay riverside. There are a few benches spread out along the route and at the very end.

Steamer Quay Rd, Totnes TQ9 5AL

• Bus, The Gold bus runs past Steamer quay, It’s just a short walk down the road from Seymour Rd.
• Car, With two large car parks parking is easy. Car park fees Mon-Sun 08:00 – 18:00,  £0.50 an hour, 24 Hours £4.00 (2020).

• For free parking you might be lucky around Pathfields or Meadow Brook.
• Easy disabled access.
• Toilets, are situated on Steamer Quay next to the Ice Cream shop.
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