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* POP UP WALK* EXCELLENT EXMOOR -SIMONSBATH, LARKBARROW AND OPEN MOORLANDS

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Overview

A double-rations walk across some of Exmoor's deserted moorlands. From Simonsbath we walk east to Alderman's Barrow and the deserted farms at Larkbarrow. Then down towards Badgeworthy Water before up along Lanacombe and finally heading south toward Prayway Head and back to Simonsbath.

Some steep ups and downs and open moorland  walking, so dress appropriately!

Sunday, 13 April 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
5:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
21.7km / 13.5mi
Ascent:
507.5m / 1665ft
Type:
circular

This walk is a moderate "plus" walk

Features

  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SS 77386 39456
Nearest postcode:
TA24 7SH
what3words:
deflection.boast.withdrew
Start time:
10:00 am

Ashcombe NT car park, Simonsbath. Charges apply

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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