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West Somerset District

West Somerset District

Easy hikes and walks around West Somerset District

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Exploring West Somerset District on foot is a delightful way to connect with nature. To help you make the most of your adventures, we’ve compiled the top easy hikes and walks around West Somerset District. Perfect for short hikes, kid-friendly excursions, and family-friendly outings, these routes offer something for everyone.

Last updated: October 28, 2025

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1. Kilve Oil Works, Kilve Beach & East Quantoxhead loop — Quantock Hills

5.22km

01:24

60m

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

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2. Dunster Castle, Bat's Castle & Gallox Bridge loop from Dunster — Exmoor National Park

6.64km

01:59

210m

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

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3. Dunkery Beacon & Great Rowbarrow loop from Dunkery Gate — Exmoor National Park

5.01km

01:29

140m

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

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4. Horner Woods loop from Horner — Exmoor National Park

5.47km

01:41

200m

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

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5. Monksilver and Nettlecombe loop from Woodford — Exmoor National Park

6.39km

01:58

210m

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

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6. Beacon Hill & Bicknoller Post loop from Staple Plain Car Park — Quantock Hills

3.34km

01:01

110m

120m

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

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7. Tarr Steps Clapper Bridge – Tarr Steps River Walk loop from Withypool

3.71km

01:02

80m

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

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8. View of Dulverton – The Bridge Inn loop from Dulverton

5.49km

01:39

170m

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

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9. Dunkery Beacon Summit loop from Wheddon Cross

4.08km

01:12

120m

130m

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

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10. Walk along the River Barle – Wheal Eliza Mine Ruins loop from Simonsbath

6.67km

01:46

60m

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

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Easy hikes and walks around West Somerset District

1. Kilve Oil Works, Kilve Beach & East Quantoxhead loop — Quantock Hills

2. Dunster Castle, Bat's Castle & Gallox Bridge loop from Dunster — Exmoor National Park

3. Dunkery Beacon & Great Rowbarrow loop from Dunkery Gate — Exmoor National Park

4. Horner Woods loop from Horner — Exmoor National Park

5. Monksilver and Nettlecombe loop from Woodford — Exmoor National Park

6. Beacon Hill & Bicknoller Post loop from Staple Plain Car Park — Quantock Hills

7. Tarr Steps Clapper Bridge – Tarr Steps River Walk loop from Withypool

8. View of Dulverton – The Bridge Inn loop from Dulverton

9. Dunkery Beacon Summit loop from Wheddon Cross

10. Walk along the River Barle – Wheal Eliza Mine Ruins loop from Simonsbath

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