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Seatown from Charmouth via Golden Cap
Visorando Member
3.93 mi
+925 ft
-902 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Charmouth (Dorset)
This linear Dorset walk follows the South West Coast Path from Charmouth to Seatown. The coastal scenery on this part of the Jurassic Coast is dramatic and the walk includes the highest point on the Dorest Coast at Golden Cap.
A challenging day-long hike taking in the beauty of West Dorset.
20.24 mi
+1,893 ft
-1,893 ft
8 hrs
Extremely difficult
Departure from Chideock (Dorset)
If you want beaches, cliffs, woodlands and meadows and a walk that will test your fitness, this is the one for you.
Colwell Woods/Offwell Woods
6.24 mi
+725 ft
-712 ft
3h 30
Easy
Departure from Honiton (Devon)
Honiton town centre walk to Colwell Woods/Offwell Woods.
St. Catherine Chapel
2.60 mi
+279 ft
-266 ft
1h 25
Moderate
Departure from Abbotsbury (Dorset)
Easy walk with a short climb to St Catherine's Chapel, which is based on a small hill. At the top, it offers a nice 360° viewpoint.
Bishopswood Meadows (and Jan Hobbs) Nature Reserve
2.24 mi
+279 ft
-249 ft
1h 15
Easy
Departure from Otterford (Somerset)
Species-rich limestone and marshy meadows beside River Yarty.
Rodden and Langton Herring from Abbotsbury
9.10 mi
+699 ft
-699 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Abbotsbury (Dorset)
A Dorset walk that explores the pleasant landscape to the east of the pretty village of Abbotsbury. The ropute includes a section of the South West Coast path including a potion along the shores of West Fleet, the lagoon behind Chesil Beach.
Quants Nature Reserve
2.38 mi
+404 ft
-390 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from West Buckland (Somerset)
Mosaic of relic heathy grassland and ancient and secondary woodland on the steep north-facing slope of Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB).
Cerne Abbas circuit
3.07 mi
+459 ft
-453 ft
1h 50
Moderate
Departure from Cerne Abbas (Dorset)
A circular walk giving beautiful views over the surrounding countryside of rolling hills and meadows.
Blackbrook Meander
1.76 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
0h 50
Easy
Departure from Taunton (Somerset)
A gentle meander alongside Blackbrook and around pleasant Hamilton Gault Park. The stream is a traffic-free route for wildlife in and out of the town, including otters and water voles. Come out on a summer evening and watch bats flying above your head catching insects.
Culmstock Beacon Easy
4.68 mi
+361 ft
-328 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Wellington Without (Somerset)
An easy, family-friendly circular walk out to Culmstock Beacon, returning via Culm Davy woods. Includes woodland and heathland walking, with stunning views from the Beacon - if the weather plays nicely!
River Tone Story Trail
1.12 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
0h 30
Easy
Departure from Taunton (Somerset)
Circular, family-fun story trail 1.5km riverside walk.
Portland circular from the Martleaves Farm Campsite
8.54 mi
+554 ft
-564 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Weymouth (Dorset)
A nice, fairly easy wander around Portland from Martleaves campsite.
A nice stop-off for refreshments at Salt by the marina is worthwhile. Some of the climbs can be a bit challenging, but once at the top, the view from The View is stunning.
A Criss-Cross of Bridges
1.22 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
0h 35
Easy
Departure from Taunton (Somerset)
Take in a lively stretch of the River Tone, a new wildlife mural, and the Mill Stream running through Goodland Gardens. Visit by day you’ll see Little Egrets hunting for fish, and at dusk, you might be joined by bats who are out hunting for their supper.
River and Canal
1.63 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
0h 45
Easy
Departure from Taunton (Somerset)
A pleasant route of reasonable distance, taking in a beautiful stretch of Taunton’s crowning glory the River Tone, and a quiet tract of the Bridgwater and Taunton canal. Wildlife abounds.
An easy stroll around Nynehead in Somerset
2.41 mi
+138 ft
-138 ft
1h 15
Easy
Departure from Nynehead (Somerset)
This is a very easy, West Somerset walk around Nynehead. If you're a fan of Industrial Heritage, this is a walk-through history lesson is tucked into the landscape surrounding the village; add in great views and a fairly level route and you have a near-perfect short ramble with lots of interest on the way.
The start of the Great Western Canal
4.76 mi
+98 ft
-98 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Stawley (Somerset)
A walk starting at Gamlins Farm Campsite, which is very close to the start of the Great Western Canal, and has been designated a Country Park and Nature Reserve. The walk has been set at approximately 5 miles; however, the whole Devon section is 11 miles, with the choice to walk further. It is also part of the national cycle network, offering another option for exploring the area. There is an option to start the walk at a small parking area, see in 'Practical Information'.
Holcombe Rogus and Great Western Canal
2.97 mi
+92 ft
-92 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Holcombe Rogus (Devon)
Holcombe Rogus is situated on the Devon/Somerset border with the town of Wellington to the east and Tiverton to the west. This walk takes in rural farm land, which includes the Grand Western Canal nearby and the Blackdown Hills to the south.
Dundon Beacon Nature Reserve, Compton Dundon
2.42 mi
+315 ft
-305 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Compton Dundon (Somerset)
A mosaic of calcareous grassland, scrub, ancient oak woodland, secondary woodland and conifer plantation on Dundon Hill. The top of Dundon Hill features significant archaeological remains with a hill fort, Bronze Age round barrow and ancient quarry.
South Cadbury, Somerset
9.04 mi
+719 ft
-722 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from South Cadbury and Sutton Montis (Somerset)
The walk follows the Corton Ridge and offers great views across the Somerset Levels and the Dorset Hills. It has great historic significance as Cadbury Castle is reputed to be Camelot King Arthur's Castle. You also cross the ancient medieval village of Whitcombe. It's an up and downer and can be boggy in wet weather. As an incentive there are two great pubs you can call in at!
White Field Nature Reserve, Butleigh
2.11 mi
+62 ft
-62 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Butleigh (Somerset)
Unimproved neutral grassland and a small copse. The site has open access via rights of way from Butleigh. Please keep to the edges of the field until the hay has been cut.
Lydeard Hill to Wills Neck
2.63 mi
+256 ft
-256 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from West Bagborough (Somerset)
A short easy stroll to the highest point of the Quantock Hills. Do choose a day with good visibility as the views in all directions are extensive.
Hawkridge Reservoir & Lime Kiln
Association / Club / Walk leader
2.49 mi
+335 ft
-318 ft
1h 25
Moderate
Departure from Spaxton (Somerset)
A circular walk around Hawkridge Reservoir with opportunities for some bird watching. Then through mixed woodland and across high pasture with views across to the Mendips and Glastonbury Tor. The mile extension takes in a renovated limekiln and a viewpoint on Hawkridge Common.
Plainfield to Wills Neck
4.96 mi
+801 ft
-797 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Over Stowey (Somerset)
This walk in the Quantock Hills takes you to Wills Neck the highest point in this Area of Outsanding Natural Beauty. There is a sharp climb to start before you start to enjoy the extensive views.
Aisholt and Pepperhill Farm Circular
4.92 mi
+689 ft
-705 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Over Stowey (Somerset)
A circular walk through woodland and farmland with occasional lane walking, taking in part of the Quantock Greenway. There are fine views across The Somerset Levels and the Bristol Channel to the Mendips and Glastonbury Tor.
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