On the Beaten Track
On the Beaten Track (OTBT) is a popular series of books featuring walks within 25 miles of Plymouth. The books were developed by Plym Ramblers over the last 25 years. Some of the walk details in the books are now out of date. This website features updated walks from the books. These will appear as they are developed by our volunteers.
The Walks
Dartmoor Walks
Dartmoor is a wild, open place with high granite rocks, wide green land, deep valleys, old stone ruins and wild ponies. A place of peace and freedom.
Coastal Walks
Coastal walking in South Devon offers a stunning mix of rugged clifftops, peaceful estuaries, and golden beaches. There are dramatic views of the English Channel, charming fishing villages, and a rich maritime heritage.
Countryside Walks
South Devon offers lovely countryside walking with rolling green hills, quiet river valleys, peaceful farm tracks and ancient woodland paths.
The Books
You can download the original books
There are four books in the series. Book 1 was published before 2005, Book 2 in 2005, book 3 in 2010 and Book 4 in 2017.
About Plym Ramblers
The On the Beaten Track walking books were developed by Plym Ramblers. We are a well-established walking group, affiliated to the Ramblers Association. The group offers regular led walks in Devon, Cornwall and beyond and a programme of social events. The walks are between 2 to 8 miles, with most walks being around 5 or 6 miles at a relaxed pace.
