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West Somerset District

Withypool and Hawkridge

River in Exmoor National Park – Tarr Steps clapper bridge loop from Tarr Steps

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West Somerset District

Withypool and Hawkridge

River in Exmoor National Park – Tarr Steps clapper bridge loop from Tarr Steps

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River in Exmoor National Park – Tarr Steps clapper bridge loop from Tarr Steps

01:59

7.06km

150m

Hiking

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

Last updated: February 14, 2026

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Exmoor National Park

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1.12 km

Tarr Farm Inn

Highlight • Pub

The nice place to stop for a break right at the Tarr Steps! Super cozy inn that serves lunch and dinner, and cream tea in the afternoon. Reservations are recommended, …

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4.53 km

River Barle — Swimming Spot

Highlight • Natural

River deep enough for a dip.

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6.06 km

Tarr Steps is the longest clapper bridge (a bridge made of unmortared stone slabs) in Britain. The Grade I-listed, 17-span bridge was first mentioned in Tudor times but is probably medieval in origin.

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6.64 km

Road Along the River in Exmoor National Park

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7.06 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.79 km

2.39 km

1.87 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.28 km

2.79 km

856 m

126 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (310 m)

Lowest point (210 m)

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River in Exmoor National Park – Tarr Steps clapper bridge loop from Tarr Steps

Tarr Farm Inn