Local walks
Explore the stunning countryside with our selection of local walks in Mid Devon! From gentle woodland strolls to more challenging stretches, there’s a perfect route for every adventurer. Discover rolling hills, hidden trails, and breathtaking views—all right from our doorstep.
The Two Moors Way
The Two Moors Way is a stunning long-distance walking route that stretches from the edge of Dartmoor to Exmoor, passing through the heart of Devon’s countryside. Starting from Witheridge, a charming village roughly halfway along the route, walkers can explore peaceful rolling farmland, wooded valleys, and remote moorland landscapes. This section offers a mix of gentle paths and more rugged trails, with opportunities to spot wildlife and enjoy breathtaking views. Whether heading toward Dartmoor’s dramatic tors or Exmoor’s wild beauty, the journey from Witheridge is a perfect way to experience Devon’s diverse scenery.
Eggesford Forest
Trail
Just a short drive from Thorndon Farm Holidays, Eggesford Forest offers a peaceful woodland walk with towering conifers and ancient oaks. This well-marked route takes you past the remains of Eggesford House and down to the River Taw, where kingfishers and herons can sometimes be spotted. The forest is particularly beautiful in autumn when the leaves turn golden.
Tarka Trail: Eggesford to Chulmleigh
A picturesque section of the famous Tarka Trail, this short stretch follows the River Taw through lush Devon countryside. The flat path makes for an easy stroll, perfect for spotting otters and dragonflies near the water’s edge. Close by, the Halsdon Nature Reserve, managed by Devon Wildlife Trust, offers another fantastic spot to see woodland and river wildlife.
Witheridge to East Worlington
This peaceful countryside walk links the village of Witheridge with East Worlington, following quiet lanes, riverside paths, and farmland tracks. Along the way, you’ll pass the Little Dart River and cross picturesque meadows. The nearby Rackenford and Knowstone Moors Nature Reserve provides an optional extra loop for those wanting a longer adventure.
Two Moors Way from Witheridge
The Two Moors Way is a long-distance walking route that stretches from the edge of Dartmoor to Exmoor, passing through the heart of Devon. Starting from Witheridge, only 2.7 miles from Thorndon, you can explore peaceful rolling farmland, wooded valleys, and remote moorland landscapes. If you choose to stop at Knowstone, the route is approx 8 miles.
Tarka Trail: Eggesford-Portsmouth Arms
This scenic stretch of the Tarka Trail follows an old railway route alongside the River Taw, making for an easy, well-surfaced walk. You’ll pass through peaceful woodland and meadows, with plenty of chances to spot kingfishers, or even otters, and deer. You can either return the same way or catch the train back from Portsmouth Arms station.
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