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West Somerset District

Withypool and Hawkridge

Tarr Steps riverside walk – Tarr Steps clapper bridge loop from Worth

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West Somerset District

Withypool and Hawkridge

Tarr Steps riverside walk – Tarr Steps clapper bridge loop from Worth

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Tarr Steps riverside walk – Tarr Steps clapper bridge loop from Worth

02:10

7.44km

190m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

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Exmoor National Park

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1.63 km

River Ford in Exmoor National Park

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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 …

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2.97 km

Hinds Pit Bridge

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You should cross this bridge if you have previously hiked over the Tarr Steps and then to the left of the river. There won't be any more, even if the hiking trail continues (it then ends at a ford)!!!!

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3.15 km

River Barle — Swimming Spot

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River deep enough for a dip.

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4.14 km

Tarr Steps riverside walk

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The well-marked loop trail along the river is varied but not too demanding and is 1.75 miles long (from Tarr Steps). Small children are better off in the back carrier, older ones will have a lot of fun!

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4.38 km

Tarr Steps clapper bridge

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Tarr Steps is the longest clapper bridge (a bridge made of unmortared stone slabs) in Britain. The Grade I-listed, 17-span bridge was first mentioned in Tudor times but is probably medieval in origin.

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6.26 km

Parsonage Down

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High above the River Barle, Parsonage Down offers lovely views of the surrounding landscapes. The Exe Valley Way crosses the Down and you'll find yourself flanked by sheep fields and …

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7.44 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.62 km

1.23 km

463 m

Surfaces

6.73 km

507 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (330 m)

Lowest point (220 m)

Weather

Wednesday 2 September

21°C

16°C

19 %

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Tarr Steps riverside walk – Tarr Steps clapper bridge loop from Worth

River Ford in Exmoor National Park

Hinds Pit Bridge

River Barle — Swimming Spot

Tarr Steps riverside walk

Tarr Steps clapper bridge

Parsonage Down

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