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Lorna Doone Valley - Walking Weekend - R.D Blackmore Country Walk

As part of the Walking Weekend at Lorna Doone Valley join the North Devon Ramblers on a guided ramble. The ramble will take in the best sights and sounds of this historic area.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

As part of the Walking Weekend at Lorna Doone Valley join the North Devon Ramblers on a ramble around this historic area. The walk will take in the best sights and sounds of this picturesque area. The walk will take you from Malmsmead to Oare Church and over to Cloud Farm. Along Badgworthy Water to the medieval village before ascending up Lankcome Ford.

This is an adventurous and challenging walk over 8 miles. Please make sure to wear appropriate footwear and dress for the weather. Waterproof clothing is advised as the weather is very changeable. If you are planning on taking part insure that you have brought your own food and drinks.

The walk leaves the Lorna Doone Valley car park at 10:30am. Please make sure you arrive at least 10 minutes before as the walk will leave promptly at 10:30.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Suitability

All children need to be supervised.

Meeting point

Please meet in the Lorna Doone Valley carpark by the toilets.

What to bring and wear

Please make sure to wear suitable footwear and dress for the weather. Waterproof clothing is advised as some elements of the walk are exposed. You will need to bring your own food and drinks.

Accessibility

This route will go over rough and steep sections of terrain.

Other

This walk is being guided by the North Devon Ramblers.

Upcoming events

Event

Cloud Watching 

Sit back relax and enjoy the peaceful beauty of the clouds at Lorna Doone Valley.

Event summary

on
6 Aug to 27 Aug 2024
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 3 other dates or times
Event

Watercolour Workshop 

Join local artist John Piper to paint the picturesque and tranquil landscape of the Doone Valley.

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on
7 Aug to 4 Sep 2024
at
11:00 to 16:00
+ 3 other dates or times
Event

Minibeast safari 

Explore the Lorna Doone Valley to discover the insects and minibeast that live there.

Event summary

on
8 Aug to 29 Aug 2024
at
10:30 to 16:00
+ 3 other dates or times
Event

Plant a sunflower 

Plant a sunflower in the Lorna Doone Valley greenhouse.

Event summary

on
9 Aug to 30 Aug 2024
at
11:00 to 16:00
+ 3 other dates or times