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WINSFORD HILL & THE PUNCHBOWL

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Overview

From the village we climb through woods to the summit of Winsford Hill visiting Caractacus Stone, then descending again via the spectacular Punchbowl valley. Climbing again over Bye Hill with views over the Exe valley and return to the village through more woodland.

Wednesday, 9 April 2025
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
2:45 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
11.3km / 7.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SS 90633 34955
Nearest postcode:
TA24 7JG
Start time:
10:30 am

Winsford village car park.

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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
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  • 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