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A walk to the site of a 13th century abbey. One of six circular walks in the southwestern Blackdown Hills - walk 5.

A lovely varied walk passing the site of some of the whetstone mines and a chapel where many miners worshipped. There are two steady uphill sections and some...

A varied and reasonably demanding route on footpaths, minor roads and permissive paths. It includes woodland, hills, farmland and some lovely scenery. What’s more, it starts and finishes...

A superb walk with magnificent views and the special atmosphere of this picturesque village. Firstly uphill, then a flat section and finally a good downhill stretch. Approx. 4.5...

Castle Neroche and Curland  - One of six circular walks in the northeastern Blackdown Hills - walk 3

An easy-to-follow walk through some attractive and interesting countryside. There is one hill to climb, but the subsequent view is outstanding. The route starts from the nature reserve...

The walk to Chardstock is delightful and contains a wide variety of scenery. The return, on quiet lanes, provides good views in all directions. The route is described...

Please do not be put off by the length of this walk. It is an absolute pleasure, combining many footpaths and quiet lanes. The scenery and surroundings are...

This route is fairly flat throughout and features a pleasant combination of town and country. One of six circular walks in and around Chard - walk 3

A constantly undulating walk through typical Blackdown Hills scenery. Most of the route is on footpaths and bridleways, with small sections of quiet lanes. One of six circular...

Chardstock - Walk 3. A Watery Walk This trail takes you past features associated with water, from streams to minor seepages. Nearly all the plants and animals mentioned...

Devon’s hedges are among the best in the country, and Chardstock parish has plenty.

Walk 4. Woods and Pasture This walk shows the high diversity of habitats in a small part of the parish.

Walk 2. Village Walk  - This is a quick tour of the edge of Chardstock village.

A moderate ride with some challenging uphill and downhill sections on main route. There is also an optional shorter route.  Visit Dunkeswell Abbey, Otterhead Lakes and Upottery Airfield...

A moderate ride with one challenging uphill climb and several moderate uphill sections. Along the way, you'll see a lakeside nature reserve, the seat of a former prime...

This route is constantly undulating and is on footpaths, lanes and then back onto footpaths. The Blackdown Hills scenery is excellent throughout.

This triangular route, is reasonably demanding, but rewards the walker from start to finish with a range of delightful scenery and some superb wide views. Starts and ends...

This is an easy-to-follow and flat walk, mostly beside the River Culm and incorporates a visit to the working wool mill. Approx. 5 miles (8 km).

With two-thirds 'off road' this nine-mile circular takes in miles of peaceful countryside, the picturesque village of Dalwood and various aspects of the River Yarty. There is an...

At 20 miles this is by far the longest, and probably the most varied route taking in the valleys of the Otter tributaries and the wooded escarpments of...

Setting off from Godford Cross, just west of Awliscombe, along a picturesque valley road. Climb into the hills to enjoy the views before returning on a scenic bridle...

A gentle 3 mile (4.5 km) walk crossing several braids of the river Culm. This walk can be linked to the Hemyock to Owleycombe route (walk 5). One...

A fairly gentle 7.5 km (4.5 mile) walk along quiet lanes and tracks, with an opportunity to visit a nature reserve and a pub. One of six circular...

From the edge of Hemyock, through Culm Davey and Blackdown Common, on to Culmstock Beacon and back. The best part of the walk is from Whitehall. One of...

A fairly gentle 3 miles (4.5 km) walk with lovely views across to Culmstock Beacon and beyond. This walk can be linked to the Culm Valley walk (Walk...

A strenuous 9km (5.5 mile) walk, well rewarded with lovely views of the Culm Valley looking west and spectacular views of the Quantocks and beyond from the Wellington...

A moderate to challenging 22 mile ride, with two optional shorter routes. This route takes in a 16th century village, Devon's finest prehistoric hillfort and evidence of whetstone...

A 6.5 km (4 mile) walk with lovely views of the secluded Madford Valley and a visit to the ruins of a Cistercian abbey. One of six circular...

A leisurely ride, with a climb near the start. On your way you'll see Coldharbour Mill, a yew tree growing out of a church tower, and the beacon...

A moderate 11-mile ride with challenging uphill and downhill sections, suitable for experienced cyclists with a good level of fitness. Visit Wolford Chapel and Combe Woods along the...

A challenging 20 mile ride or an optional shorter route of 17 miles. Explore the Blackdown Hills countryside, with its iron-age hill forts. There is a railway station...

Stroll through the turbary on Horner Hill to enjoy resplendent views of the Corry valley and beyond to the English Channel at Axmouth. One of a series of...

Lovely countryside around an Iron Age hill fort - One of six circular walks in the southwestern Blackdown Hills - walk 6

Wild and remote in parts, this 12-mile ride links some of the most picturesque villages in the Blackdown Hills. Hartridge and Luppitt commons provide a sharp contrast to...

This scenic 14-mile circular ride boasts wonderful views and glimpses of the sea. There is plenty of off-road riding through wooded valleys and along hill crests. This ride...

Otterford and Otterhead Lakes - One of six circular walks in the northeastern Blackdown Hills - walk 4

Otterhead Lakes is a beautiful nature reserve on the site of a former Victorian estate. This circular walk will take you around the various semi-natural habitats including wet...

Staple Hill and Staple Park Wood - One of six circular walks in the northeastern Blackdown Hills - walk 5

As the name suggests, Staple Hill Easy Access Trail allows everyone, including those with limited mobility, to enjoy the beautiful countryside the Blackdown Hills National Landscape has to...

This 12-mile circular is a relatively easy ride with few gates, using mainly green lanes and quiet roads which link the hamlets and farmsteads of the Corry and...

A circular walk with extensive views of East Devon across the Corry valley to Axminster and to West Dorset. Approximately four miles (about two hours) across the highest...

Stockland to Lake, Langbeer and Featherlake - One of six circular walks in and around Stockland - walk 6. A circular walk along old lanes and tracks including footpaths...

Stockland village to Millhayes, Broadhayes and back via Great and Little Camps One of six circular walks in and around Stockland - walk 3

A walk from the westerly edge of Stockland parish along the old Devon-Dorset border. Enjoy delightful sheltered woodland and a fast-flowing stream. One of a series of six...

A moderate cycle ride with challenging climbs, and some interesting buildings to see along the way. The shorter route includes an exhilarating downhill section and a steep climb....

Thurlbear and Orchard Portman - One of six circular walks in the northeastern Blackdown Hills - walk 6

This 12-mile walk takes you from Hemyock to Staple Hill, along public footpaths and quiet country lanes. The route skirts the valley sides of the Culm, Otter and Yarty...

If you’re looking for somewhere to walk which isn’t too strenuous, a safe bet is the approach to Wellington Monument. The tree-lined walk from the carpark to Wellington...

A circular route from Wellington town to Hemyock and back, via Buckland Wood. On bank holidays from April to August you can visit Hemyock Castle too. One of eight...

Wytch Lane, Rower Fort and North Hill  - One of six circular walks in and around Stockland - walk 5