Spreyton Pathway | Devonport City Council

Spreyton Connector Pathway

Strenghtening Community Connections

The Spreyton Connector is a 2.6 km sealed pathway between Horsehead Creek and Maidstone Park tracing the banks of the Mersey River.

Suitable for walking, running, riding, scooting, pushing a pram and walking the dog; the pathway offers easy grades making it suitable for those with mobility and access requirements.

Each stop (orange markers on the adjacent map), shares:

A story about the history and heritage of the area.
Historical images.
Map with exact location.
Exercises connecting to the story content.
Distance to the next stop.
A QR Code for those who require accessibility features such as narrated text, visual aids or further reading.

Whilst the pathway can be walked from either end, ample parking is available at the Maidstone Park Sporting Precinct, with the only on route public toilet amenities available.

A special thank you to the wider Devonport, Spreyton and Quoiba community, local clubs, organisations, businesses and the students and teachers at Spreyton Primary School for their research, contributions and feedback on the creation and design of this project.

Building the Pathway

The Spreyton Connector is a key part of Council’s plan to improve connectivity and promote active transport in our community. This vital link between Spreyton and Devonport City Centre extends the existing network into a growing residential and commercial area.

Previous stages have already connected Quoiba and Spreyton’s town centre, setting the stage for this major connection.

As part of this effort, the Spreyton Signage Project has transformed the pathway into a more engaging and accessible space. With storytelling elements, wayfinding signs, and exercise stations, it encourages physical activity and strengthens community connections.

The pathway also integrates seamlessly with the Devonport Regional Pathway Network and the Cradle Coast Shared Pathway Network, making it a valuable asset for both locals and visitors.

In recognition of the importance of active transport infrastructure, the Tasmanian Government established The Better Active Transport Grant Program, of which Devonport City Council; was a recipient for The Spreyton Connector.