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Weacombe Combe, Bicknoller Post, Kilve & Longstone Hill
Visorando Member
6.85 mi
+1,211 ft
-1,207 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from West Quantoxhead (Somerset)
This Somerset walk in the Quantock Hills provides some wonderful views of this beautiful part of Britain. The route follows well trodden paths and tracks for most the way. Choose a day with good visibility to make the most of this scenic walk.
Somerset’s Jurrasic Coast : Kilve & East Quantoxhead
Association / Club / Walk leader
3.11 mi
+125 ft
-128 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Kilve (Somerset)
Along this coast, the dramatic cliffs are layered with blue, yellow and brown lias from the Lower Jurassic period embedded with fossils, particularly ammonites. The beach at Kilve is designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). Behind the coast, the Quantock Hills rise up at Quantoxhead. Across the Bristol Channel, there are fine views of South Wales, whilst further west along the coast behind Minehead is North Hill and Exmoor National Park.
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.
Quantock Circular in Ramscombe Forest
3.82 mi
+525 ft
-531 ft
2h 15
Moderate
Departure from Over Stowey (Somerset)
A circular walk through mixed woodland with some steep ascents.
Around & About Nether Stowey
3.35 mi
+262 ft
-249 ft
1h 45
Not specified
Departure from Nether Stowey (Somerset)
Starting from the centre of the village, this route makes a complete circuit of Nether Stowey with views over the village and the surrounding countryside and coast across to South Wales.
Nether Stowey to Holford and back
8.01 mi
+1,316 ft
-1,296 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Nether Stowey (Somerset)
A circular day walk to The Plough Inn at Holford over the Quantocks, taking in part of the Coleridge Way, Walford’s Gibbet and Holford Combe with fine views of the Somerset Coast. There are some lengthy climbs and descents. Can get muddy in places.
Through Nether Stowey, Friarn and Over Stowey
3.56 mi
+518 ft
-502 ft
2h 05
Moderate
Departure from Nether Stowey (Somerset)
A circular walk through pastureland, woodland and country lanes. Suitable for most weather conditions and seasons but stout footwear is essential. There are some stiles and two steep ascents.
Nether Stowey and Fiddington
5.12 mi
+180 ft
-180 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Nether Stowey (Somerset)
A circular walk through pastureland and country lanes to the tranquil village of Fiddington.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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'.
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.
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