DISCOVERING WEST DEVON NO. 2 SOME GUBBINS ABOUT LYDFORD

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Overview

A circular and undulating countryside walk using paths and some lanes, crossing Fernworthy Down to the edge of Bridestowe, and returning on the Granite Way. Some Gubbins about Lydford and ending with a drink in the charming Castle Inn.

Thursday, 12 March 2026

Start time:: 10:30 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 11.3km / 7.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

If you would like to join this walk, please notify the leader, preferably by email, so that they can inform you of any late changes to arrangements.

Starting point

Grid reference:: SX 50990 84782
Nearest postcode:: EX20 4BH
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Start time:: 10:30 am

Meet outside Castle Pub in Lydford. Car Park opposite pub or park in road

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