Walking Britain Quantock Hills from Dead Woman's Ditch
Introduction to Walk 2330
Region - Quantock Hills
County/Area - Somerset
Author - Lou Johnson
Length - 9.2 miles / 15 km
Ascent - 2000 feet / 606 metres
Time - 6 hours 40 minutes
Grade - moderate
This walk in the Quantock Hills takes in many of the highlights of this scenic area including Bicknoller and Holsway Posts. The route also follows the deep combes (valleys) so typical of this landscape. During the walk there are some wonderful views. Careful map reading and a good sense of direction are required especially in poor visibility. A GPS File is available for download (see walk description).
Please maintain social distancing - keep at least 2 metres away from other walkers. Travel restrictions for exercise in Wales and Scotland will be lifted in early July.
Maps | |||
| Ordnance Survey Explorer 140 | Sheet Map | 1:25k | BUY |
| Anquet OS Explorer 140 | Digital Map | 1:25k | BUY |
It is recommended you take a map. The preferred scale is 1:25k. | |||
Other walks nearby
1.9 miles / 3.0 km away
Hodder's Combe, Bicknoller Post & Higher Hare Knap
Grade - easy/mod
Length - 5.8 miles / 9.3 km
2.9 miles / 4.7 km away
Dowsborough Fort from Holford
Grade - easy/mod
Length - 6.0 miles / 9.8 km
3.3 miles / 5.3 km away
Weacombe Combe, Bicknoller Post, Kilve & Longstone Hill
Grade - easy/mod
Length - 7.5 miles / 12.2 km
4.0 miles / 6.3 km away
Beacon Hill & Bicknoller Post from Kilve Beach
Grade - easy/mod
Length - 7.0 miles / 11.4 km
13.5 miles / 21.6 km away
River Tone from Stoke St Gregory
Grade - easy
Length - 5.2 miles / 8.5 km
14.9 miles / 23.8 km away
Dunkery Beacon from Wheddon Cross
Grade - moderate
Length - 8.0 miles / 13 km
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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