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Codden Hill
Visorando Member
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.
Cow Castle by Pickedstones Farm from Simonsbath
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.
Stage 8 Devon's Coast-to-Coast : Knowstone to YHA Exford
Association / Club / Walk leader15.10 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.
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.
Stage 9 Devon's Coast-to-Coast : YHA Exford to Lynmouth
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.
Furzebeam Hill and The Rolle Canal from Great Torrington
2.64 mi
+348 ft
-338 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Great Torrington (Devon)
This circular walk from Great Torrington goes past the Golf Club next to Furzebeam Hill overlooking the valley. Then the path heads to Rolle Canal and follows the River Torridge before you join Traka Trail.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
The Torrs and Slade Reservoirs from Ilfracombe
6.75 mi
+853 ft
-827 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Ilfracombe (Devon)
This pretty long circular walk explores a short section of the South West Coast path next to the Torrs leading to a wonderful viewpoint. Then, you will discover paths in farmland and follow the National Cycle Route 27 along Slade Reservoirs before you go back to Ilfracombe.
Baggy Point from Croyde
4.43 mi
+331 ft
-331 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Georgeham (Devon)
This circular walk from Croyde explores the section of the South West Coast path which leads to Baggy Point. From this headland, you can enjoy nice views of Croyde Bay and Morte Bay, especially at sunset!
Sandy Cove and Windcutter Hill from Lee
4.23 mi
+827 ft
-810 ft
2h 40
Moderate
Departure from Ilfracombe (Devon)
This beautiful circular walk, especially at low tide because you can walk through the Morte-slate cliffs along a path and steps cut in the rock, provides a good way to discover Lee village, the gorgeous rocky bay and woods inland.
Morte and Bull Points, Combesgate valley from Woolacombe
6.62 mi
+1,001 ft
-1,001 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Mortehoe (Devon)
This circular walk from Woolacombe explores a beautiful section of the South West Coast path which leads to Morte Point and Bull Point overlooking wild beaches. Then, you will use paths inland close to Mortehoe village and go down to the start following a gorgeous path along Combesgate Valley.
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.
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.
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