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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

Linear walk. Bus to Caffyns Cross, then a walk to Lee Abbey, Valley of the Rocks, Lynton, then follow river to Barbrook and bus back to Barnstaple.

Wednesday, 6 May 2026
Start time:
9:50 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
11.3km / 7.0mi
Ascent:
579.1m / 1900ft
Type:
linear

Depart Barnstaple bus station 09.50am, Stand K, Bus 309
Arrive Caffyns Cross 10.33am
Walking poles recommended

Features

  • Accessible by public transport

Starting point

Grid reference:
SS 56033 33033
Nearest postcode:
EX32 8BB
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Start time:
9:50 am

Barnstaple bus station stand K

Finishing point

Grid reference:
SS 71379 47515
Nearest postcode:
EX35 6PQ
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Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm

Bus back to Barnstaple from Barbrook

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