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: October 22, 2025

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Parking

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93 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

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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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