Beautiful freshwater swimming spot on the top of Exmoor, accessible from the Tarka Trail and a variety of other paths. There is also a tunnel that you can go through for some extra adventure!

David Howells

June 19, 2023

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Lovely swimming or lunch stop not far from Chains Barrow trig point.

FARID L

January 11, 2024

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A beautiful and tranquil lake, high on Exmoor. It's around a mile's walk from the YHA layby on the B3358, but well worth it. The pond is a great spot for wild swimming, amongst the lillies in the beautiful deep red peat-infused water.

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1. The Chains loop — Exmoor National Park

9.51km

02:39

180m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. Pinkery Pond – Hoar Oak Cottage Ruins loop from Goat Hill Bridge

17.2km

04:48

340m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Pinkery Pond – Wood Barrow loop from Goat Hill Bridge

5.60km

01:33

100m

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

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Location: Exmoor, West Somerset District, Somerset, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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Pinkery Pond

1. The Chains loop — Exmoor National Park

2. Pinkery Pond – Hoar Oak Cottage Ruins loop from Goat Hill Bridge

3. Pinkery Pond – Wood Barrow loop from Goat Hill Bridge

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