Walking Britain Shallowford, Hoar Oak Tree & The Chains
Introduction to Walk 1727
Nat Park - Exmoor
County/Area - Devon
Author - Lou Johnson
Length - 11.7 miles / 19 km
Ascent - 1350 feet / 409 metres
Time - 7 hours 10 minutes
Grade - moderate
A Devon walk exploring the Chains, one of the wildest sections of moorland in Exmoor. The route needs careful navigation especially in poor visibility and can be wet underfoot. The scenery is varied and typical of this part of Exmoor. The walk follows sections of three long distance paths. A GPS File is available for download (see walk description).
Please maintain social distancing - keep at least 2 metres away from other walkers.
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| Ordnance Survey Explorer OL9 | Sheet Map | 1:25k | BUY |
| Anquet OS Explorer OL9 | Digital Map | 1:25k | BUY |
It is recommended you take a map. The preferred scale is 1:25k. | |||
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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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