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Withypool and Hawkridge

Withypool Stone Bridge – River Barle Stepping Stones loop from Withypool

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West Somerset District

Withypool and Hawkridge

Withypool Stone Bridge – River Barle Stepping Stones loop from Withypool

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Withypool Stone Bridge – River Barle Stepping Stones loop from Withypool

00:42

2.43km

60m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 22, 2026

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Exmoor National Park

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Start point

Parking

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57 m

Withypool Stone Bridge

Highlight • Settlement

Withypool is a quiet village in the Barle valley with a distinct upland character. Along the banks of the River Barle grow the willow trees that give Withypool its name. …

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161 m

Withypool Tea Room

Highlight • Cafe

welcome refreshment stop

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353 m

This 18th-century pub is a great place to find some food if you're hiking in the area. It has rooms too, if you're looking for overnight accommodation and welcomes dogs both in the restaurant and overnight.

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1.40 km

River Barle Stepping Stones

Highlight • Structure

Exmoor and its neighbour, Dartmoor, are no strangers to ancient stepping stone crossings and this is a marvellous example. Crossing the River Barle, these stepping stones are a little upriver …

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2.43 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

906 m

820 m

690 m

Surfaces

690 m

611 m

569 m

295 m

251 m

Elevation

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Tuesday 19 May

16°C

9°C

56 %

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Withypool Stone Bridge – River Barle Stepping Stones loop from Withypool

Withypool River

Withypool Stone Bridge

Withypool Tea Room

The Royal Oak Inn, Withypool

River Barle Stepping Stones

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