Malmsmead to Larkbarrow

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Overview

Malmsmead NT CP to Cloud Farm. Around Cloud Allotment and over open moorland terrain to South Common and Manor allotment. Following a bridle path we walk out to the ruined farmstead of Larkbarrow, and our lunch spot. Returning via the same bridle path we head to Great Tom's Hill, Doone Gate and the medieval village. Continuing on through Doone country via Badgworthy Water and back to Malmsmead.

Hilly in places and may be muddy and boggy. Cattle roam free on the moor. Stiles.

Saturday, 4 July 2026

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

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 16.9km / 10.5mi
Ascent:: 311.2m / 1021ft
Type:: circular

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available
Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:: SS 79200 47801
Nearest postcode:: EX35 6NU
what3words:: amicably.alienated.binds

Start time:: 10:15 am

Malmsmead NT CP Fee required if not a NT Member

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