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Hawkridge Ridge loop from Venford Moor

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South West England

Hawkridge Ridge loop from Venford Moor

Easy

9

hikers

Hawkridge Ridge loop from Venford Moor

01:44

5.81km

180m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: July 30, 2026

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Exmoor National Park

Waypoints

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Start point

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884 m

Wooden Footbridge Over Creek, Exmoor National Park

Highlight (Segment) • River

Hard work on a rigid 29er, muddy in parts, with a deceptively deep and rocky ford. Note to self:The footbridge is there for a reason, you last did this sort …

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2

2.43 km

Stone Bridge in Exmoor National Park

Highlight • Historical Site

3

2.43 km

Castle Bridge Stream Crossing, Exmoor National Park

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

After the track along Hawkridge Ridge, the route starts to descent over the bedrock through a broadleaf woodland. This turns into a dirt single track, and ends up on the …

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4

4.14 km

Hawkridge Ridge

Highlight • Natural

While odd to say out loud, this ridgeline offers tremendous views of the surrounding fields and valleys. It's climbing up from the Barle and this top stretch is part of the Exe Valley Way.

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5.81 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.82 km

Surfaces

5.82 km

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Sunday 18 October

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6°C

43 %

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