In the wild heart of Exmoor National Park, Dunkery Beacon rises as the highest point in the south of England outside of Dartmoor. The beacon sits atop the larger Dunkery …

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

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Dan Hobson

December 14, 2018

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Dunkery Beacon, atop Dunkery Hill, is the highest point in Somerset. Standing at 1,705 feet (520 m), it boasts spectacular views. On a clear day, views stretch across the Bristol Channel and Wales, Exmoor and Dartmoor.

Alan Easterbrook

June 19, 2022

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Some of the paths in Horner wood have been closed due to ash tree die back. These closures appear long term. Diversions are not marked. It affects the paths next to the stream.

Stuart

May 12, 2024

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The highest point on Exmoor and Somerset offers amazing views towards Dartmoor and the Quantocks.

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Dunkery Beacon & Great Rowbarrow loop from Dunkery Gate

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Hike the easy 3.1-mile Dunkery Beacon & Great Rowbarrow loop from Dunkery Gate for panoramic views from Exmoor's highest point.

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Dunkery Beacon & Stoke Pero loop

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Hike the moderate 9.1-mile Dunkery Beacon & Stoke Pero loop in Exmoor National Park for panoramic views and diverse terrain.

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Exford and Dunkery Beacon loop — Exmoor National Park

19.4km

05:31

430m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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Dunkery Beacon Summit

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Dunkery Beacon & Great Rowbarrow loop from Dunkery Gate

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Exford and Dunkery Beacon loop — Exmoor National Park

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