3.00 miles away

Colyton - River Coly - Parehayne Hill From the beautiful little Devon town of Colyton, walk beside the small but very pretty River Coly, crossing fields for about 3.5km before taking a narrow lane up to Rockerhayne. From there tracks and bridleways take you up to Parehayne Wood and Hill. Enjoy stunning panoramic views across Devon and Dorset as you make your way back along more tracks towards Colyton. Take in the sea view in the distance and the little town itself nestling amongst the hills.

7.45   mls

 

4.00 miles away

Seaton - Beer - Pratt's Hill - Holyford - Seaton From Seaton follow the coast path to Beer, then climb for some way to the top of Pratt's Hill, which commands fine views, before returning to Seaton.

7.15  mls

 

4.00 miles away

Fishpond Bottom - Wootton Fitzpaine and River Char Here are stunning panoramic views over the Dorset and Devon hills. From the old earthworks of Coney's Castle, walk along tracks and across fields into Wootton Fitzpaine. Then for 1.5km follow a lovely bubbling stream through meadowlands, before following the course of the small River Char for about 3km. Use is made of both The Liberty Trail and The Monarch's Way. From the map it looks as if you walk close to the A35, but in fact you are in fields and the distance is less than 145m before turning to Catherston Leweston, then only another 450m before leaving it altogether.

9.01   mls

 

5.00 miles away

Stonebarrow Hill, Charmouth - Coastal Path - St Gabriel's (Walk ID: 4301) Start by walking across the heathland to the coastal path. Follow for about 2km with the famous Golden Cap in view ahead before turning inland to the medieval remains of Stanton St Gabriel's. The old manor-house still remains. Explore the rest of the grounds before making your way to the 17th Century St Wite's Well. Then fantastic views over Dorset lead you back to the car park. This walk was intended to go into Charmouth but coastal erosion between there and St Gabriel's makes this impossible. Enjoy Charmouth afterwards.

4.35   mls

 

5.00 miles away

Membury: The River Yarty and Castle Mound (Walk ID: 4705) Starting from the lovely little village of Membury, pass the village church before crossing fields to reach the River Yarty. Follow this pretty, bubbling river for about 3km before small country lanes and fields lead up to the site of Membury Castle and Fort. Enjoy beautiful Devon scenery.

6.21    mls

 

6.00 miles away

Langdon Hill - Golden Cap - Langdon Hill This is an easy walk up to the summit of Golden Cap, the highest point on the south coast. The height is gained gradually and there are always great views to give excuse for a rest.

1.55  mls

 

Places to Visit

AXMINSTER
Shute Barton - National Trust owned manor house near Axminster that has what is believed to be the the largest fireplace in Britain. 01297 34692
 

BUDLEIGH SALTERTON
Bicton Park - Sixty acres of botanical gardens, with museum, kids play area, nature trail & train. The magnificent Palm House is 20 years older than Kew's. Orangery Restaurant, gifts and plants. 01395 568465

CULLOMPTON
Quad World - All terrain off-road motor sports - Family fun and excitement - Quad bike racing and tuition for all levels. Awarded the 1st prize for the Best Small Leisure Facility in Devon 2001.

EXETER
Crealy - Devon's Family Attraction of the Year with go kart racing, bumper boats, steep and scary slides, the River Raider, trains and ponies. 01392 233200
Killerton - 18th Century house set in a magnificent 6,400 acre estate known as a plantsman's paradise with something to see throughout the year. The house features tableaux & exhibitions on clothing. 01392 881345
Powderham Castle - Medieval fortress set in an ancient deer park with lavish interiors, gardens and grounds. Guided tours, farm shop, gift shop, plant sales, tea rooms & cafe. Disabled access. 01626 890243

EXMOUTH
A La Ronde - National Trust. Sixteen sided house built for two spinsters at the end of the 18th Century. Unique interior decoration including a shell encrusted gallery. 01395 265514
River Exe Cruises and Fishing Trips - Cruises up and down the River Exe between Exmouth and Topsham, nr Exeter with entertaining and informative commentaries. Fishing trips from Exmouth seafront. 01395 222144

EAST DEVON
Branscombe - National Trust bakery, working forge and water-powered mill in famously picturesque East Devon village. 01297 680481
Burrow Farm Gardens - Dalwood Secluded 6-acre garden of informal design with many unusual shrubs and herbaceous plants. Pergola walk with shrub roses. Woodland with rhododendrons and azaleas, ponds and large bog garden.
Shute Barton - National Trust owned manor housenear Axminster that has what is beleieved to be the the largest fireplace in Britain. 01297 34692

SIDMOUTH
Beer Quarry Caves - Conducted tours by trained guides,give the visitor an hour-long tour of this vast man- made complex of underground caverns created by centuries of quarrying the famous Beer Stone.
Branscombe - National Trust bakery, working forge and water-powered mill in famously picturesque East Devon village. 01297 680481
Sidmouth International Festival - 700 events in 8 days at the start of August. With an accent on folk, roots, world music of all kind but with great family events too.. 01296 433669

TIVERTON
Grand Western Horseboat Company - Horse drawn barge along 11 mile canal Country Park near Tiverton. All facilities, bar & teashop on board. Day boat & rowing boat hire, tranquil walks on the towpath. 01884 253345
Bickleigh Castle - Civil War Royalist stronghold south of Tiverton. Exhibits from 900 years of history from the 11th century Chapel to one of the most complete World War II spy parephenalia collections. 01884 855363
Knightshayes Court - National Trust owned richly decorated Victorian Gothic mansion with fine gardens featuring formal terraces, topiary, rare trees & shrubs. Restaurant, gift shop and plant sales. 01884 254665
Tiverton Museum - A museum of Social, Agricultural, Transport and Local History, situated in the town of Tiverton in the County of Devon, New Galleries of Exhibits, Education & Activities, Research & Family History.

TOPSHAM
River Exe Cruises and Fishing Trips - Cruises up and down the River Exe between Exmouth and Topsham, nr Exeter with entertaining and informative commentaries. 01395 222144