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West Somerset District

Withypool and Hawkridge

River Ford in Exmoor National Park

West Somerset District

Withypool and Hawkridge

River Ford in Exmoor National Park

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River Ford in Exmoor National Park

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Location: Withypool and Hawkridge, West Somerset District, Somerset, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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Christine🔹

October 2, 2023

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The path ends here. Now you either go back or, for the really brave, through the ford. We decided against the ford today (October) because the water was relatively high and there were several meters over slippery stones. In summer it might be fun during dry periods?!

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Amanda And Arron Williams

February 23, 2025

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You can cross on a bridge along the path a little.

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Elevation 290 m

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Location: Withypool and Hawkridge, West Somerset District, Somerset, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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