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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

From Cloutsham Gate dropping down over Stoke Ridge to a path through Horner Woods. Extensive stream crossings (over the same stream!) - can be slippery in places. Climbing up to Dicky's Path, returning along this well used track contouring Dunkery Beacon.

Stream crossings will require caution!

NOTE: Because of the nature of this walk, if the weather forecast is bad it may be cancelled at short notice. Please keep an eye on WhatsApp Group or Facebook.

Sunday, 5 October 2025
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:
378.9m / 1243ft
Type:
circular

Stream crossings will require caution!

NOTE: Because of the nature of this walk, if the weather forecast is bad it may be cancelled at short notice. Please keep an eye on WhatsApp Group or Facebook.

Features

  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
SS 88523 43000
Nearest postcode:
TA24 8JT
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vision.sunflower.hobbyists
Start time:
10:30 am

Cloutsham Gate. Park off the road.

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