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Exford and Dunkery Beacon Circuit

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Overview

Exford to Ford, Prescott Down, Hillhead Cross, Dunkery Beacon, Dunkery Bridge, Long Lane Head, Luckwell Bridge, Rocks Bungalow and back via Court Farm. Lane tracks, moorland and farmland.

Saturday, 9 August 2025
Start time:
10:15 am
Estimated finish time:
4:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
18km / 11.2mi
Ascent:
477.9m / 1568ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SS 85458 38345
Nearest postcode:
TA24 7PP
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Start time:
10:15 am

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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
Join now for just £3.58 per month
Register for an account for FREE