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NATIONAL TRUST DOONE VALLEY WALKING WEEKEND - RD BLACKMORE COUNTRY

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Overview

 A ramble taking in the best sights and sounds of this historic area. From Malmsmead we walk to Oare Church and over to Cloud Farm, down Badgworthy Water to the medieval village before ascending up over Lankcome Ford and Southern Ball. Quaint villages, beautiful valleys and open moorland, this is RD Blackmore country!

Saturday, 14 September 2024
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
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:
10:30 am

Malmsmead NT car park. NT members free, otherwise P&D

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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
Join now for just £3.58 per month
Register for an account for FREE