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Stage 9 Devon's Coast-to-Coast : YHA Exford to Lynmouth
Association / Club / Walk leader
18.90 mi
+2,093 ft
-2,877 ft
10h 30
Moderate
Departure from Exford (Somerset)
The final stage is a bit longer than the others but it is a pleasant walk without too many climbs. First of all, it retraces steps back to Withypool, then follows the River Barle to Simonsbath. From there it's over The Chains to meet the Tarka Trail and descend the Cheriton Ridge and along the East Lyn River to end up in Lynmouth.
Cow Castle by Pickedstones Farm from Simonsbath
Visorando Member
8.00 mi
+650 ft
-663 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Exmoor (Somerset)
This beautiful circular walk in Exmoor National Park visits Cow Castle using paths to Picked Stones. The return way follows Two Moors Way along River Barle and goes across gorgeous hills and valleys.
Anstey Gate and Hawkridge from Tarr Steps
8.18 mi
+1,230 ft
-1,227 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Dulverton (Somerset)
This Exmoor walk starts from Tarr Steps, a well-known beauty spot, and then continues through countryside of steep, green fields dotted with small farms. The route crosses West Ansley Common before returning to the start through the village of Hawkridge.
Dunkery Beacon from Wheddon Cross
8.34 mi
+1,273 ft
-1,260 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Cutcombe (Somerset)
This Somerset walk visits the highest point on Exmoor, Dunkery Beacon. Starting from Wheddon Cross, the highest village on Exmoor, the walk includes a variety of scenic interest including wooded combes and wild moorland.
The Doone Valley from Malmsmead
7.18 mi
+827 ft
-827 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from North Devon (Devon)
Starting from Malmsmead, this walk in the Exmoor National Park includes sections in Devon and Somerset. The main focus of the route is areas associated with the Lorna Doone novels. However expect much more with valley and moorland walking in this excellent Exmoor walk.
Selworthy Beacon and North Hill from Bossington
8.15 mi
+1,125 ft
-1,106 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Selworthy (Somerset)
Selworthy Beacon and North Hill are the main objectives of this walk from Bossington, Somerset. The route offers a variety of Exmoor scenery with coastal hills, views of high moors and the interesting village of Selworthy.
Watersmeet by Ash Bridge and South Hill Common
3.04 mi
+633 ft
-646 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Lynton and Lynmouth (Devon)
This short circular walk with steep ascents and descents provides a good way to discover the beautiful river gorge at Watersmeet where Hoar Oak Water meets the East Lyn River. On your way, you will discover a lovely waterfall and viewpoints over the valley.
Countisbury and Watersmeet from Lynmouth
4.28 mi
+896 ft
-889 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Lynton and Lynmouth (Devon)
This Exmoor walk includes coast, valley and high level sections. Starting from Lynmouth, the route climbs to Contisubury before crossing high pastures to descend to Watersmeet. The return leg of the walk follows the River Lyn downstream to the coast.
Hollerday Hill, The Valley of Rocks and South Cleave from Lynton
3.78 mi
+896 ft
-886 ft
2h 30
Moderate
Departure from Lynton and Lynmouth (Devon)
This beautiful circular walk is perfect to discover the Valley of Rocks from several viewpoints. First, you will reach Hollerday Hill viewpoint before you go up to the South Cleave (steep section, avoid during wet conditions!). The views of these famous rocks from the paths which go to Lynton are gorgeous!
Wootton Courtenay and Timberscombe from Dunster
8.39 mi
+1,322 ft
-1,342 ft
5h 00
Difficult
Departure from Dunster (Somerset)
This circular walk with ascends (one pretty steep!) and descents uses a section of Macmillan Way West with beautiful viewpoints from Grabbist and Knowle hills. Then, you will discover quiet villages and paths in Whits Wood before you go back to Dunster.
Stage 8 Devon's Coast-to-Coast : Knowstone to YHA Exford
15.10 mi
+2,165 ft
-2,001 ft
8h 50
Moderate
Departure from Knowstone (Devon)
Stage 8 takes us into Exmoor National Park and back to some high ground but mostly it's a riverside walk along the River Barle that is a tributary to the River Exe that flows all the way to the south Devon coast at Exmouth. The route goes over Tar Steps near Hawkridge and has the option of finishing at Withypool or continuing to Exford to stay at the YHA.
Holdstone Hill and Heddon's Mouth Cleave
7.61 mi
+1,263 ft
-1,283 ft
4h 35
Difficult
Departure from Trentishoe (Devon)
This interesting walk with ascents and descents close to Trentishoe is the perfect way to discover gorgeous viewpoints including Holdstone Hill or enjoy beautiful valleys along River Heddon and streams.
Codden Hill
2.33 mi
+351 ft
-358 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Bishop's Tawton (Devon)
This short circular walk with ascents and descents close to Barnstaple provides a good way to explore Codden Hill which overlooks the surroundings valleys and River Taw Estuary.
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.
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'.
Stage 7 Devon's Coast-to-Coast : Morchard Bishop to Knowstone
14.58 mi
+1,014 ft
-866 ft
7h 35
Moderate
Departure from Morchard Bishop (Devon)
There are basically two parts to the seventh stage; Morchard Bishop to Witherage and then Witherage to Knowstone, both 8 milers and through interesting Mid Devon agricultural landscape. We follow the River Datch for a while to reach Washford Pyne, then follow the Little Dart River. We meet the Ridge and Valley Walk at Witherage and, cross over the A 371.
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