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View from the Parminter walk at A la Ronde
Stunning views of the Exe estuary from A la Ronde | © National Trust
Devon

Parminter walk

Follow in the steps of A la Ronde's two spinster cousins, Jane and Mary Parminter, and enjoy a stroll around the meadow which is rich in flora, fauna and wildlife. There are some excellent views from the top of the walk over the Exe estuary, where wild flowers, butterflies and birdsong abound.

Total steps: 4

Total steps: 4

Start point

A la Ronde car park, grid ref: SY004834

Step 1

From the car park follow the path to the shop and visitor reception. Normal admission applies to enter the grounds of A la Ronde.

Step 2

Follow along the perimeter of the meadow.

Step 3

Enjoy the panoramic view from the Centenary Obelisk.

Step 4

Head back along the path to the walk's starting point.

End point

A la Ronde car park, grid ref: SY004834

Trail map

Map route for parminter walk, A la Ronde
Map route for Parminter walk, A la Ronde | © Crown copyright and database rights 2013 Ordnance Survey

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