Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: December 10, 2025

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980 m

View from Minehead to Selworthy Beacon, Exmoor National Park

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

If you're in Minehead and fancy blowing away the cobwebs, this hefty slog up from the seaside to Selworthy Beacon will get your lungs burning. Plenty of Exmoor ponies to …

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14.4 km

Selworthy Beacon

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Selworthy Beacon at 1,011 feet (308 m) is the highest point in this area. It's just off the South West Coast Path, but worth a few extra steps if you …

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22.6 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.9 km

4.04 km

2.31 km

1.19 km

1.15 km

Surfaces

8.87 km

5.06 km

3.90 km

1.97 km

1.65 km

1.16 km

Elevation

Highest point (300 m)

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Weather

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Friday 19 December

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