Walking Britain Great Hangman Hill from Combe Martin
Introduction to Walk 3393
Nat Park - Exmoor
County/Area - Devon
Author - Lou Johnson
Length - 4.3 miles / 7 km
Ascent - 1250 feet / 379 metres
Time - 3 hours 20 minutes
Grade - easy/mod
A short but energetic North Devon walk from Combe Martin which explores a section of coast lying within the boundaries of the Exmoor National Park. The route uses inland tracks and paths to reach the summit of Great Hangman Hill from where there are extensive views along this fine section of coast. The walk then follows the South West Coast Path including a short diversion to the summit of Little Hangman Hill before descending back to the start. A GPS File is available for download (see walk description). A route profile is also provided.
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| Anquet OS Explorer OL9 | Digital Map | 1:25k | BUY |
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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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