The five wharves at the head of Tavistock Canal are largely hidden from public view today, but in the early 19th century they were major sites of activity for transporting minerals, ores and goods from the town to the River Tamar at Morwellham, and bringing essential supplies back to the town. This short, flat walk, lasting approximately 90 minutes, visits all five wharves and is based on archaeological and historical studies by Robert Waterhouse published in 2017.

The walk commences at 2.00 pm from outside the Tavistock Visitor Information Centre in Guildhall Square and lasts for 90 minutes.

Tickets are £5 per person