Dunster, Wotton Courtenay, Timberscombe

Woodspring Group

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Overview

From Dunster a steepish climb to Grabbist Hill then a gentler climb to Wotton Common before descending steeply to Wotton Courtenay, then continuing onto Timberscombe and returning past the ancient settlements at Bat’s Castle and Gallox hill.

Further steep ascents and descents after Timberscome. Recommend poles if you use them.

Approx 10 stiles.

Coffee & lunch stops.

Sunday, 19 October 2025

Start time:: 10:15 am
Estimated finish time:: 4:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 16.9km / 10.5mi
Ascent:: 609.6m / 2000ft
Type:: circular

Please inform the leader if you intend joining this walk.

Features

Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:: SS 99300 43701
Nearest postcode:: TA24 6NY
what3words:: tasters.optimists.deeper

Start time:: 10:15 am

NT car park. Note the NT car park does not open until 10am, free for members (bring your NT card) £6.50 otherwise.

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