The best walks and hikes around Witheridge

Yes, the area offers several enjoyable circular routes. A great option is the St Peter's Church, Knowstone loop from Knowstone, which takes you through lovely open countryside. Most trails in the region are loops that bring you back to your starting point.

The region is well-suited for families, with many easy trails available. The St Mary's Church loop from Oldborough is a relatively short and gentle walk through fields, making it a good choice for an outing with children.

Yes, dogs are generally welcome on the trails. However, the routes often pass through farmland with livestock. It's essential to keep your dog on a lead, especially in fields with sheep or cattle, and to respect the Countryside Code.

The landscape is classic Devonshire countryside. Expect rolling hills, open farmland with hedgerows, quiet country lanes, and sections through peaceful woodlands. Paths are a mix of grassy tracks, farm lanes, and rural footpaths, which can be muddy after rain.

Witheridge is a key stop on the Two Moors Way, a long-distance path connecting Dartmoor and Exmoor. You can easily hike a section of it directly from the village. The trail heading north towards Knowstone is particularly scenic, crossing Bradford Moor and offering expansive views.

Most hikes in the area are rated as easy to moderate. There are 15 easy and 4 moderate routes available on komoot. The main challenges are the occasional ascents over rolling hills and potentially muddy paths, but there are no technically difficult or mountainous sections.

Many walks start or finish in villages with traditional pubs, perfect for a post-hike meal. For example, you could plan a route around Knowstone or Morchard Bishop, both of which have local pubs that serve as great starting or ending points for a day's walk.

Most walks begin in small villages like Witheridge, Knowstone, or Morchard Bishop, where you can usually find on-street parking. Please park considerately, avoiding blocking driveways or farm access gates. Some routes may also start from designated lay-bys on country roads.

The trails around Witheridge are highly rated by the komoot community. Hikers often praise the peacefulness of the countryside, the beautiful views across the rolling Devon hills, and the mix of open fields and quiet woodland paths.

There are nearly 20 curated hiking routes available to explore around Witheridge on komoot, ranging from short, easy loops to more challenging sections of long-distance paths.

The hikes provide classic pastoral views of the Devon landscape. You'll see a patchwork of green fields, rolling hills stretching to the horizon, and charming villages nestled in the valleys. Some higher points offer more expansive panoramas of the surrounding countryside.

Yes, for a longer and more demanding day out, consider the Rural Road Junction – Rural Pathway Near Willand loop from Meshaw. At over 14 km, this moderate hike offers a substantial walk through a varied landscape of rural roads and country paths.