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North Devon Group

We are the North Devon Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

We take the paths to Oare Water and to Deddy Combe and Robbers Bridge, turning up Weir Water where we will see the gate erected in memory of Joan Long our long standing Chair of NDR. We return via Stowey Ridge, Withycombe Allotment & Badgworthy Water. Good varied Exmoor views and approx 1400ft of ascent with 2 steep climbs. Option to visit the tea rooms at the end!

Sunday, 15 September 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
4:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
15.3km / 9.5mi
Ascent:
426.7m / 1400ft
Type:
circular

Open to all, not just Ramblers members. Please ensure you bring adequate food and drink, suitable footwear for rough walking and appropriate clothing for the weather.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SS 79175 47811
Nearest postcode:
EX35 6NU
what3words:
reported.forest.twitches
Start time:
10:00 am

Malmsmead NT car park. Free for NT members, otherwise P&D

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking