VERITY AND THE SWCP - JOINT WALK WITH DEESIDE RAMBLERS

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Overview

Meeting at the famous "Verity" statue in the harbour at Ilfracombe the walk takes on the SWCP heading East toward Combe Martin. Pass by the Iron Age Hillsborough Fort and enjoy stunning views from atop the cliffs whilst navigating the hills and valleys of the coast path. Poles recommended.

At Combe Martin there are cafes for the thirsty and hungry and the bus back to Ilfracombe departs every hour.

Friday, 6 June 2025

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 4:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 11.3km / 7.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: linear

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:: SS 52542 47847
Nearest postcode:: EX34 9EQ
what3words:: harmonica.bugs.congas

Start time:: 10:00 am

Meet at the "Verity" statue at the harbour. For those NDR members arriving by car, use local Ilfracombe car parks.

Finishing point

Grid reference:: SS 58676 46410
Nearest postcode:: EX34 0NH
what3words:: mealtime.taller.performed

Estimated finish time:: 4:00 pm

Walk ends in Combe Martin. Catch the bus back to Ilfracombe.

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