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FROM ROCK TO TROT: A HELTOR LOOP

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Exeter & District Group

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Overview

The walk heads uphill through Bridford Wood to Heltor and Heltor Rock, then east to Bridford. From there east again, along tracks and lanes to near Swanford House before following tracks through woodland back to Steps bridge. Lovely quiet walk with the chance of spotting some friendly woodland pigs. 

Please note 10am start.

Sunday, 22 March 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.4km / 7.7mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

If you would like to join this walk, please notify the leader, preferably by email, so that they can inform you of any late changes to arrangements.

Starting point

Grid reference:
SX 80283 88332
Nearest postcode:
EX6 7EQ
what3words:
evenly.hospitals.wedge
Start time:
10:00 am

Car park on right just beyond Steps Bridge

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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
Register for an account for FREE