Harbertonford

The Harbourne River, located in Devon is a significant freshwater course renowned for its estuary, referred to as Bow Creek, which ultimately merges with the River Dart near Stoke Gabriel.Originating from the slopes of Gripper's Hill on Dean Moor within Dartmoor, the river commences its course by flowing generally southeast, passing beneath the A38 road, until it reaches the village of Harberton. At Harberton, a change in direction occurs as the river veers southward, subsequently heading east through Harbertonford and eventually reaching the hamlet of Bow near Ashprington. Below Bow, the river's character transitions into a tidal waterway, known as Bow Creek. Two miles downstream from Bow, the estuary seamlessly converges with the Dart, while the hamlet of Tuckenhay finds its place along the southern bank of Bow Creek. The Harbourne River has witnessed a notable history of milling activities. Notably, a woollen mill was established at Harbertonford during the late 18th century, harnessing the power of water through a leat originating from an upstream weir near the village. It is worth mentioning that until flood defense measures were implemented in 2002, periodic flooding posed challenges for the area, particularly at Harbertonford. Furthermore, the river has lent its name to a distinctive goat's cheese known as Harbourne Blue, which is skillfully crafted in close proximity to Ashprington. This camera was installed and is maintained by the Environment Agency and can be viewed here. All content is available under the Open Government Licence v3.0.