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Walk 1822 - Hodder's Combe, Bicknoller Post and Higher Hare Knap from Holford

County/Area   Somerset
AuthorPeter Lane
Length5.8 miles / 9.3 km
Ascent980 feet / 297 metres
Gradeeasy/moderate

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This Somerset walk explores part of the Quantock Hills. This spectacular route exploits the varying character of the Quantock Hills to maximum effect and includes a wooded Combe, an exposed Drove Road and a pleasant section of ridge walking.

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Note : The distances quoted to other walks in the vicinity are measured in a straight line. The distance by road may be further.
 


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