Up the Otter

East Devon Group

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Overview

Burscombe farm, Wiggaton, Ottery St Mary.

Ascent 417 feet.

Optional pub after.

Dogs on short leads

Friday, 27 February 2026

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 1:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 9.7km / 6.0mi
Ascent:: 127.1m / 417ft
Type:: circular

Starting point

Grid reference:: SY 09099 91801
Nearest postcode:: EX10 0AF
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Tipton St John CP £D OS map: 115

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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 £3.75 per month