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North Devon Group

We are the North Devon Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

Starting at Eggesford train station, we will follow the road before joining the Rdge and Valley Walk through Upcott Woods to reach Chumleigh. We will follow the Little Dart River through water meadow's. After Chawleigh Barton Wood we will descend gently on the road. Hills are short but steep. Please note: there will be a coffee break only on this walk, no lunch. However, there will be the option for post walk refreshments at the station cafe.

Sunday, 1 February 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
10.5km / 6.5mi
Ascent:
277.7m / 911ft
Type:
circular

There will be a coffee stop only on this walk, lunch stop possibly at the cafe at the end of the walk if required.

Train departs Barnstaple at 09.36, no parking at Eggesford station

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Dog friendly
  • No car needed

Starting point

Grid reference:
SS 68250 11465
Nearest postcode:
EX18 7EP
what3words:
flamenco.highly.position
Start time:
10:00 am

Meet Eggesford Station 10am

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking