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Walking Week - Stowey Bridge to Badgeworthy Water walk

Join the women's walking group Wander Women on a scenic walk taking in some of the best views of Exmoor.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event

Join the women's walking group Wander Women on this hilly walk through the moorland and countryside surrounding Malmsmead. Enjoying beautiful far reaching views of the North Devon coast and Exmoor. Starting at the Lorna Doone Valley and walking along Oare Water and a steady climb up Deddy Combe. continuing to Stowey Ridge and descending into the Doone Valley and back to the National Trust car park at the Lorna Doone Valley.

Times

The basics

Suitability

All children need to be supervised.

Meeting point

Please meet at the Buttery Tearoom (EX35 6NU)

What to bring and wear

Please wear suitable footwear, warm clothing and waterproofs as the weather can be unpredictable. Please bring any snacks, hot drinks and a packed lunch.

Accessibility

This walk is not suitable for wheelchair users and pushchairs. There are child carriers available to borrow from the Welcome Hut.

Other

This walk is being hosted by the walking group Wander Women North Devon.

Upcoming events

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Guided Walk: Discover the Doone Valley 

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on
4 Jul to 3 Oct 2025
at
10:00 to 12:30
+ 2 other dates or times
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Summer of Play at Lorna Doone Valley 

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on
7 Jul to 31 Aug 2025
at
11:00 to 15:00
+ 55 other dates or times
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Ilfracombe Red Petticoats @ The Buttery Tearoom 

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on
10 Jul 2025
at
14:00 to 15:30
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Lorna Doone Valley archaeology spotter trail 

Discover the hidden history and archaeology of the Doone Valley on a self-led archaeology spotter trail.

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on
19 Jul to 3 Aug 2025
at
10:00 to 15:00
+ 15 other dates or times