Malmsmead is at the very heart of Doone Country right on the border between Devon and Somerset.

The medieval packhorse bridge and ancient ford cross the Badgworthy River and it is from here that you can easily access the Doone (or Badgworthy) Valley.

There are public toilets and a tea room here so it makes the perfect place to start and/or finish a walk.

The hamlet is full of connections to RD Blackmore's 'Lorna Doone', including Lorna Doone Farm and a memorial to Blackmore a short way up the valley.

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Best routes to Malmsmead Packhorse Bridge and Badgworthy River

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1. Doone Valley loop from Malmsmead — Exmoor National Park

15.5km

04:16

250m

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

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2. Malmsmead and East Lyn River loop — Exmoor National Park

10.8km

03:07

280m

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

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3. Cloud Farm Campsite loop from Brendon and Countisbury

13.0km

03:36

220m

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

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Elevation 230 m

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

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Malmsmead Packhorse Bridge and Badgworthy River

1. Doone Valley loop from Malmsmead — Exmoor National Park

2. Malmsmead and East Lyn River loop — Exmoor National Park

3. Cloud Farm Campsite loop from Brendon and Countisbury

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