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Newbridge is a bridge
Bridge

A bridge is a structure built to span a gorge, valley, road, Rail tracks, river, body of water, or any other physical obstacle, for the purpose of providing passage over the obstacle....
 over the River Dart
River Dart

The River Dart is a river in Devon, England which source high on Dartmoor, and releases to the sea at Dartmouth, Devon. Its valley and surrounding area is respected as a place of great natural beauty....
, Dartmoor
Dartmoor

Dartmoor is an area of moorland in the centre of Devon, England. Protected by National parks of England and Wales status, it covers .The granite highland dates from the Carboniferous period of geology history....
 and connects Aish Tor to Holne Chase.

r park is located next to the bridge and is often frequented by families, walkers, and watersports enthusiasts.

ridge is a recognised BCU
British Canoe Union

The British Canoe Union is the National Governing Body for the sport of canoeing and kayaking in the UK, helping and inspiring people to go canoeing....
 access and egress point for kayakers and canoeists, bank reinforcements and steps leading down to the river have been overseen by the BCU.

This point marks the end of The Upper
Upper Dart

Upper Dart is a section of the River Dart, Dartmoor.It is perhaps the second most popular section of whitewater for kayakers and canoeists in England, particularly for experienced paddlers....
 section and beginning of The Loop
The Loop, River Dart

The Loop is a section of the River Dart, Dartmoor.It is perhaps the most popular section of whitewater for kayakers and canoeists in England....
.

Slab is rock ledge, and visual guide for watersports users of the river level and conditions.






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Newbridge is a bridge
Bridge

A bridge is a structure built to span a gorge, valley, road, Rail tracks, river, body of water, or any other physical obstacle, for the purpose of providing passage over the obstacle....
 over the River Dart
River Dart

The River Dart is a river in Devon, England which source high on Dartmoor, and releases to the sea at Dartmouth, Devon. Its valley and surrounding area is respected as a place of great natural beauty....
, Dartmoor
Dartmoor

Dartmoor is an area of moorland in the centre of Devon, England. Protected by National parks of England and Wales status, it covers .The granite highland dates from the Carboniferous period of geology history....
 and connects Aish Tor to Holne Chase.

Details

A car park is located next to the bridge and is often frequented by families, walkers, and watersports enthusiasts.

Whitewater

Newbridge is a recognised BCU
British Canoe Union

The British Canoe Union is the National Governing Body for the sport of canoeing and kayaking in the UK, helping and inspiring people to go canoeing....
 access and egress point for kayakers and canoeists, bank reinforcements and steps leading down to the river have been overseen by the BCU.

This point marks the end of The Upper
Upper Dart

Upper Dart is a section of the River Dart, Dartmoor.It is perhaps the second most popular section of whitewater for kayakers and canoeists in England, particularly for experienced paddlers....
 section and beginning of The Loop
The Loop, River Dart

The Loop is a section of the River Dart, Dartmoor.It is perhaps the most popular section of whitewater for kayakers and canoeists in England....
.

The Slab

The Slab is rock ledge, and visual guide for watersports users of the river level and conditions. It is used to measure the water level thus:

  • Well beneath the slab - river rocky and unlikely to be navigable without damage to your craft or the environment.
  • Slightly below the slab - low/medium levels, runnable and good for beginners on The Loop section.
  • Over the slab - high levels, river is fast flowing and more engaging. More difficult for beginners on The Loop section.
  • Over the slab, through 3rd arch or up the steps - very high levels to spate. Not recommended for beginners at all, good for intermediate paddlers on The Loop.