{"id":8757,"date":"2026-03-18T09:33:00","date_gmt":"2026-03-18T09:33:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/?p=8757"},"modified":"2026-04-01T07:28:05","modified_gmt":"2026-04-01T07:28:05","slug":"easter-walks-on-exmoor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/easter-walks-on-exmoor\/","title":{"rendered":"Easter Walks on Exmoor | Best Spring Routes 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<style>\n\/* boe-article-css *\/\n#kad-banner, .headerclass, .topclass, #topbar,\n.footerclass, #containerfooter, .home-footer,\n.wp-megamenu-main-wrapper, .wpmm-nav-wrap,\n#nav-main, .nav-main, #mobile-nav,\n.elementor-location-header, .elementor-location-footer,\n.kad-header-wrap, .kad-desktop-header,\nheader.banner, footer.footer-area,\n#header, #footer, .home-wrapper {\n    display: none !important;\n    visibility: hidden !important;\n    height: 0 !important;\n    overflow: hidden !important;\n    margin: 0 !important;\n    padding: 0 !important;\n}\nbody { background: #f5f5f0 !important; 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padding: 40px; border-radius: 24px; margin-bottom: 50px; text-align: center; box-shadow: 0 8px 30px rgba(144,178,132,0.3);\">\r\n<h3 style=\"color: #ffffff; margin-bottom: 15px; font-size: 24px;\">Walk Into Spring on Exmoor<\/h3>\r\n<p style=\"color: #e8f5e9; margin-bottom: 20px; font-size: 16px;\">Book a cottage near Exmoor&#8217;s best walking trails and enjoy Easter surrounded by wildflowers, woodland and dramatic coastal paths.<\/p>\r\n<a style=\"display: inline-block; background: #ffffff; color: #5a7a50; padding: 16px 36px; border-radius: 50px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: 700; font-size: 14px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 2px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/easter-holiday-cottages\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Browse Easter Cottages \u2192<\/a>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<!-- INTRODUCTION -->\r\n\r\nThere&#8217;s no better way to celebrate Easter than pulling on your walking boots and heading out into the Exmoor countryside. With spring in full bloom, the moors are carpeted in wildflowers, the woodland paths are alive with birdsong, and the dramatic coastline is quieter than the summer crowds.\r\n\r\nWhether you&#8217;re after a gentle riverside stroll with the family or a challenging ridge walk with panoramic views, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Exmoor National Park<\/a> has a route for you. We&#8217;ve picked out the <strong>best spring walks across Exmoor<\/strong> \u2014 each one paired with nearby holiday cottages so you can base yourself right on the doorstep of your next adventure.\r\n\r\nFor more Easter family ideas beyond walking, check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/easter-on-exmoor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Easter on Exmoor 2026 Family Activities Guide<\/a> and our classic <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/easter\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">8 Eggsellent Ways to Spend Easter on Exmoor<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<!-- TABLE OF CONTENTS -->\r\n<div style=\"background: #f5f5f0; padding: 32px; border-radius: 20px; margin: 40px 0; border-left: 4px solid #90b284;\">\r\n<h3 style=\"margin-top: 0; color: #90b284; font-family: Cormorant Garamond, Georgia, serif; font-size: 24px;\">In This Guide<\/h3>\r\n<ul style=\"list-style-type: none; padding-left: 0; margin-bottom: 0;\">\r\n \t<li style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"><a style=\"text-decoration: none; color: #333;\" href=\"#valley-of-rocks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>1.<\/strong> Valley of the Rocks, Lynton<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"><a style=\"text-decoration: none; color: #333;\" href=\"#tarr-steps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>2.<\/strong> Tarr Steps &amp; the River Barle<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"><a style=\"text-decoration: none; color: #333;\" href=\"#horner-woods\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>3.<\/strong> Horner Woods &amp; Dunkery Beacon<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"><a style=\"text-decoration: none; color: #333;\" href=\"#porlock-weir\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>4.<\/strong> Porlock Weir to Culbone Church<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"><a style=\"text-decoration: none; color: #333;\" href=\"#watersmeet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>5.<\/strong> Watersmeet, Lynmouth<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"><a style=\"text-decoration: none; color: #333;\" href=\"#dunster\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>6.<\/strong> Dunster Castle &amp; Park Walk<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"padding: 8px 0;\"><a style=\"text-decoration: none; color: #333;\" href=\"#combe-martin\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>7.<\/strong> Combe Martin to Heddon Valley<\/a><\/li>\n\t<li style=\"padding: 8px 0;\"><a style=\"text-decoration: none; color: #333;\" href=\"#faqs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>FAQs<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\nYou might also find our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/top-10-exmoor-walking-spots\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Top 10 Exmoor Walking Spots<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/exmoor-maps-guides-walks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Best Walking Routes &amp; Resources on Exmoor<\/a> helpful for planning your trip.\r\n\r\n<!-- WALK 1: VALLEY OF THE ROCKS -->\r\n<h2 id=\"valley-of-rocks\">1. Valley of the Rocks, Lynton<\/h2>\r\n<strong>Distance:<\/strong> 3 miles (circular) \u00b7 <strong>Difficulty:<\/strong> Easy to Moderate \u00b7 <strong>Time:<\/strong> 1.5\u20132 hours\r\n\r\nStarting from the charming Victorian town of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/lynton-visitors-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lynton<\/a>, this circular walk takes you along the dramatic North Devon coastline to the <strong>Valley of the Rocks<\/strong> \u2014 a striking landscape of ancient rock formations and feral goats perched on cliff edges. In spring, the coastal wildflowers are stunning, and on a clear day you can see across to Wales.\r\n\r\nThe path follows the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.southwestcoastpath.org.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">South West Coast Path<\/a> westward, passing Castle Rock and the Wringcliff Bay viewpoint before looping back through Lynton. It&#8217;s one of Exmoor&#8217;s most iconic walks and perfect for families with older children. For a detailed route guide, see our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/circular-walk-valley-rocks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Valley of the Rocks Circular Walk<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<strong>Top tip:<\/strong> After your walk, take the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cliffrailwaylynton.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lynton &amp; Lynmouth Cliff Railway<\/a> down to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/lynmouth-visitors-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lynmouth<\/a> for a cream tea by the harbour. And if you fancy a beach visit, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/lee-abbey-beach-family-fun-valley-rocks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lee Abbey Beach<\/a> is just a short walk from the valley.\r\n<h3 style=\"font-family: Cormorant Garamond, Georgia, serif; font-size: 26px; color: #90b284; margin-top: 30px;\">Stay Nearby<\/h3>\r\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 20px; margin: 20px 0;\">\r\n<div style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 280px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 10px; overflow: hidden;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 200px; object-fit: cover;\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/bookingbrain-files\/properties\/3503\/1f45cbc8-02b4-4087-b177-040754db1088.jpg\" alt=\"Lorna Doone Cottage, Lynmouth\" \/>\r\n<div style=\"padding: 15px;\">\r\n<h4 style=\"margin: 0 0 5px;\">Lorna Doone Cottage, Lynmouth<\/h4>\r\n<p style=\"color: #666; margin: 0 0 10px;\">Sleeps 4 \u00b7 2 Bedrooms<\/p>\r\n<a style=\"display: inline-block; background: #90b284; color: #fff; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 5px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 13px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/stay-in-lynmouth\/lorna-doone-cottage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book<\/a>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 280px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 10px; overflow: hidden;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 200px; object-fit: cover;\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/bookingbrain-files\/properties\/4976\/c3cab54a-c61f-4446-a92e-8075b41591bc.png\" alt=\"Penthouse Lynmouth Bay\" \/>\r\n<div style=\"padding: 15px;\">\r\n<h4 style=\"margin: 0 0 5px;\">Penthouse Lynmouth Bay<\/h4>\r\n<p style=\"color: #666; margin: 0 0 10px;\">Sleeps 6 \u00b7 3 Bedrooms<\/p>\r\n<a style=\"display: inline-block; background: #90b284; color: #fff; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 5px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 13px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/stay-in-lynton\/penthouse-lynmouth-bay\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book<\/a>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 280px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 10px; overflow: hidden;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 200px; object-fit: cover;\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/bookingbrain-files\/properties\/4994\/e79777e7-14c7-4804-9acf-179eff291eb1.png\" alt=\"Bramble Cottage, Barbrook\" \/>\r\n<div style=\"padding: 15px;\">\r\n<h4 style=\"margin: 0 0 5px;\">Bramble Cottage, Barbrook<\/h4>\r\n<p style=\"color: #666; margin: 0 0 10px;\">Sleeps 4 \u00b7 2 Bedrooms<\/p>\r\n<a style=\"display: inline-block; background: #90b284; color: #fff; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 5px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 13px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/stay-in-lynton\/bramble-cottage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book<\/a>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<!-- WALK 2: TARR STEPS -->\r\n<h2 id=\"tarr-steps\">2. Tarr Steps &amp; the River Barle<\/h2>\r\n<strong>Distance:<\/strong> 4 miles (circular) \u00b7 <strong>Difficulty:<\/strong> Easy \u00b7 <strong>Time:<\/strong> 2\u20132.5 hours\r\n\r\nThe <strong>Tarr Steps<\/strong> is one of Exmoor&#8217;s most famous landmarks \u2014 a medieval clapper bridge spanning the River Barle near <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/dulverton-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dulverton<\/a>. This walk follows the river through ancient oak woodland that&#8217;s spectacular in spring, with bluebells, wood anemones and fresh green canopy overhead.\r\n\r\nThe circular route heads upstream along the Barle before crossing and returning along the opposite bank. It&#8217;s mostly flat, making it ideal for families with younger children or anyone who prefers a gentler pace. Keep an eye out for dippers and grey wagtails along the riverbank \u2014 our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/spring-wildlife-on-exmoor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Spring Wildlife on Exmoor guide<\/a> has more on what to spot this season.\r\n\r\n<strong>Top tip:<\/strong> The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tarrfarm.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tarr Farm Inn<\/a> right by the bridge serves excellent lunches \u2014 perfect for refuelling after your walk. For more great food stops, see our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/best-exmoor-pubs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">12 Best Exmoor Pubs<\/a>.\r\n<h3 style=\"font-family: Cormorant Garamond, Georgia, serif; font-size: 26px; color: #90b284; margin-top: 30px;\">Stay Nearby<\/h3>\r\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 20px; margin: 20px 0;\">\r\n<div style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 280px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 10px; overflow: hidden;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 200px; object-fit: cover;\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/bookingbrain-files\/properties\/2095\/17bd8eaa-3624-4662-873b-3ea6406905d3.jpg\" alt=\"Merrijig, Dulverton\" \/>\r\n<div style=\"padding: 15px;\">\r\n<h4 style=\"margin: 0 0 5px;\">Merrijig, Dulverton<\/h4>\r\n<p style=\"color: #666; margin: 0 0 10px;\">Sleeps 6 \u00b7 3 Bedrooms<\/p>\r\n<a style=\"display: inline-block; background: #90b284; color: #fff; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 5px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 13px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/stay-in-dulverton\/merrijig\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book<\/a>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 280px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 10px; overflow: hidden;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 200px; object-fit: cover;\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/bookingbrain-files\/properties\/3435\/5c7894d4-a2e2-4b27-9bc0-f4ae868660d7.jpg\" alt=\"Dairy Cottage, Dulverton\" \/>\r\n<div style=\"padding: 15px;\">\r\n<h4 style=\"margin: 0 0 5px;\">Dairy Cottage, Dulverton<\/h4>\r\n<p style=\"color: #666; margin: 0 0 10px;\">Sleeps 5 \u00b7 2 Bedrooms<\/p>\r\n<a style=\"display: inline-block; background: #90b284; color: #fff; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 5px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 13px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/stay-in-dulverton\/dairy-dulverton\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book<\/a>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 280px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 10px; overflow: hidden;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 200px; object-fit: cover;\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/bookingbrain-files\/properties\/2584\/43c7eafb-c8e2-4c3b-bde7-2c44242a8dee.jpg\" alt=\"Stockham Farm, Dulverton\" \/>\r\n<div style=\"padding: 15px;\">\r\n<h4 style=\"margin: 0 0 5px;\">Stockham Farm, Dulverton<\/h4>\r\n<p style=\"color: #666; margin: 0 0 10px;\">Sleeps 4 \u00b7 2 Bedrooms<\/p>\r\n<a style=\"display: inline-block; background: #90b284; color: #fff; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 5px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 13px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/stay-in-dulverton\/stockham-farm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book<\/a>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<!-- WALK 3: HORNER WOODS & DUNKERY BEACON -->\r\n<h2><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-8759\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Easter-Walks-on-Exmoor.jpg\" alt=\"Easter Walks on Exmoor\" width=\"1024\" height=\"677\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Easter-Walks-on-Exmoor.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Easter-Walks-on-Exmoor-300x198.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Easter-Walks-on-Exmoor-768x508.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/h2>\r\n<h5 style=\"text-align: center;\">Image Credit: Shaun Davey<\/h5>\r\n<h2 id=\"horner-woods\">3. Horner Woods &amp; Dunkery Beacon<\/h2>\r\n<strong>Distance:<\/strong> 6 miles (circular) \u00b7 <strong>Difficulty:<\/strong> Moderate to Challenging \u00b7 <strong>Time:<\/strong> 3\u20134 hours\r\n\r\nThis is Exmoor&#8217;s classic hill walk. Starting from the pretty hamlet of Horner, you climb through <strong>ancient oak woodland<\/strong> \u2014 one of the largest remaining areas of Atlantic oakwood in Britain \u2014 before emerging onto open moorland and ascending to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/dunkery-beacon-summit-somerset\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Dunkery Beacon<\/strong><\/a>, Exmoor&#8217;s highest point at 519 metres.\r\n\r\nOn a clear spring day, the views from the summit are extraordinary \u2014 stretching across the Bristol Channel to Wales, and inland across the rolling moors. In April, the woodland is carpeted with bluebells, and you may spot <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/fauna-moor-guide-exmoors-animals\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">red deer, Exmoor ponies and buzzards<\/a> soaring overhead. For a shorter version of this walk, see our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/dunkery-horner-wood-walk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-hour Dunkery &amp; Horner Wood circuit<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<strong>Top tip:<\/strong> Pack layers \u2014 it can be significantly windier and cooler at the summit than in the sheltered valley below. See our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/exmoor-packing-essentials-summer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Exmoor packing guide<\/a> for more advice.\r\n<h3 style=\"font-family: Cormorant Garamond, Georgia, serif; font-size: 26px; color: #90b284; margin-top: 30px;\">Stay Nearby<\/h3>\r\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 20px; margin: 20px 0;\">\r\n<div style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 280px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 10px; overflow: hidden;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 200px; object-fit: cover;\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/bookingbrain-files\/properties\/2220\/1f3a939c-8052-462c-9b58-eb0bcf159446.jpg\" alt=\"Horner Cottage, Luccombe\" \/>\r\n<div style=\"padding: 15px;\">\r\n<h4 style=\"margin: 0 0 5px;\">Horner Cottage, Luccombe<\/h4>\r\n<p style=\"color: #666; margin: 0 0 10px;\">Sleeps 2 \u00b7 1 Bedroom<\/p>\r\n<a style=\"display: inline-block; background: #90b284; color: #fff; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 5px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 13px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/stay-in-luccombe\/horner-cottage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book<\/a>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 280px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 10px; overflow: hidden;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 200px; object-fit: cover;\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/bookingbrain-files\/properties\/3825\/fbfd70e7-ad5c-4d85-919c-065fb6151f72.jpg\" alt=\"Dunkery Cottage, Wheddon Cross\" \/>\r\n<div style=\"padding: 15px;\">\r\n<h4 style=\"margin: 0 0 5px;\">Dunkery Cottage, Wheddon Cross<\/h4>\r\n<p style=\"color: #666; margin: 0 0 10px;\">Sleeps 4 \u00b7 2 Bedrooms<\/p>\r\n<a style=\"display: inline-block; background: #90b284; color: #fff; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 5px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 13px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/stay-in-wheddon-cross\/dunkery-cottage-wx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book<\/a>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 280px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 10px; overflow: hidden;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 200px; object-fit: cover;\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/bookingbrain-files\/properties\/1742\/0faacea9-edc3-4e1e-987a-6e3699e660bd.jpg\" alt=\"Dunkery View, Wootton Courtenay\" \/>\r\n<div style=\"padding: 15px;\">\r\n<h4 style=\"margin: 0 0 5px;\">Dunkery View, Wootton Courtenay<\/h4>\r\n<p style=\"color: #666; margin: 0 0 10px;\">Sleeps 2 \u00b7 1 Bedroom<\/p>\r\n<a style=\"display: inline-block; background: #90b284; color: #fff; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 5px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 13px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/stay-in-wootton-courtenay\/dunkery-view\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book<\/a>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<!-- WALK 4: PORLOCK WEIR TO CULBONE -->\r\n<h2 id=\"porlock-weir\">4. Porlock Weir to Culbone Church<\/h2>\r\n<strong>Distance:<\/strong> 4 miles (out and back) \u00b7 <strong>Difficulty:<\/strong> Moderate \u00b7 <strong>Time:<\/strong> 2\u20133 hours\r\n\r\nThis magical woodland walk from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/porlock-weir-visitors-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Porlock Weir<\/strong><\/a> follows the South West Coast Path through dense ancient woodland to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/culbone-church-hidden-sanctuary-woods\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Culbone Church<\/strong><\/a> \u2014 the smallest complete parish church in England. The path winds through gnarled oaks draped in moss and ferns, with glimpses of the sea through the trees.\r\n\r\nIn spring, the woodland floor is thick with wild garlic and bluebells, and the air is filled with the sound of birdsong. It feels like stepping into another world. The tiny church, seating just 33 people, has been a place of worship for over 900 years. For more on this area, see our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/porlock-a-visitors-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Porlock Village Guide<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<strong>Top tip:<\/strong> Start at Porlock Weir harbour and reward yourself with fish and chips when you get back. You can also extend your walk with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/circular-walk-porlock-weir-to-porlock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Porlock Weir to Porlock circular loop<\/a>.\r\n<h3 style=\"font-family: Cormorant Garamond, Georgia, serif; font-size: 26px; color: #90b284; margin-top: 30px;\">Stay Nearby<\/h3>\r\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 20px; margin: 20px 0;\">\r\n<div style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 280px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 10px; overflow: hidden;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 200px; object-fit: cover;\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/bookingbrain-files\/properties\/1759\/74bb6fd5-4909-4585-9d18-0ee0788c97df.png\" alt=\"Harbour House Apartment, Porlock Weir\" \/>\r\n<div style=\"padding: 15px;\">\r\n<h4 style=\"margin: 0 0 5px;\">Harbour House Apartment, Porlock Weir<\/h4>\r\n<p style=\"color: #666; margin: 0 0 10px;\">Sleeps 4 \u00b7 2 Bedrooms<\/p>\r\n<a style=\"display: inline-block; background: #90b284; color: #fff; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 5px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 13px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/stay-in-porlock-weir\/harbour-house\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book<\/a>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 280px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 10px; overflow: hidden;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 200px; object-fit: cover;\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/bookingbrain-files\/properties\/3659\/9a5e0c40-4c38-42bc-9909-1294ef8fa2b1.JPG\" alt=\"Gapperies, West Porlock\" \/>\r\n<div style=\"padding: 15px;\">\r\n<h4 style=\"margin: 0 0 5px;\">Gapperies, West Porlock<\/h4>\r\n<p style=\"color: #666; margin: 0 0 10px;\">Sleeps 6 \u00b7 3 Bedrooms<\/p>\r\n<a style=\"display: inline-block; background: #90b284; color: #fff; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 5px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 13px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/stay-in-porlock-weir\/gapperies\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book<\/a>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 280px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 10px; overflow: hidden;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 200px; object-fit: cover;\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/bookingbrain-files\/properties\/1743\/ac61b87a-7585-49a5-8dff-c7ae27d23c31.jpg\" alt=\"Coachmans Cottage, West Porlock\" \/>\r\n<div style=\"padding: 15px;\">\r\n<h4 style=\"margin: 0 0 5px;\">Coachmans Cottage, West Porlock<\/h4>\r\n<p style=\"color: #666; margin: 0 0 10px;\">Sleeps 2 \u00b7 1 Bedroom<\/p>\r\n<a style=\"display: inline-block; background: #90b284; color: #fff; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 5px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 13px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/stay-in-porlock-weir\/coachman-s-cottage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book<\/a>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<!-- WALK 5: WATERSMEET -->\r\n<h2 id=\"watersmeet\">5. Watersmeet, Lynmouth<\/h2>\r\n<strong>Distance:<\/strong> 3 miles (circular) \u00b7 <strong>Difficulty:<\/strong> Easy to Moderate \u00b7 <strong>Time:<\/strong> 1.5\u20132 hours\r\n\r\nFrom the harbour village of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/lynmouth-visitors-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Lynmouth<\/strong><\/a>, this walk follows the East Lyn River upstream to <strong>Watersmeet<\/strong> \u2014 where two rivers meet in a spectacular wooded gorge. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nationaltrust.org.uk\/visit\/devon\/watersmeet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">National Trust-owned Watersmeet House<\/a> serves cream teas and light lunches, making it the perfect halfway point.\r\n\r\nThe path follows the river through steep-sided valleys with waterfalls, moss-covered boulders and towering trees. In spring, the river is at its most impressive after winter rains, and the woodland is full of wildflowers. For the full route details, see our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/watersmeet-circular-walk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Watersmeet Circular Walk guide<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<strong>Top tip:<\/strong> Continue upstream to Brendon if you want to extend the walk \u2014 adding another 2 miles along a beautiful, quieter stretch of the river. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/brendon-two-gates-doone-valley-circular-walk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Brendon &amp; Doone Valley Walk<\/a> covers this extended route.\r\n<h3 style=\"font-family: Cormorant Garamond, Georgia, serif; font-size: 26px; color: #90b284; margin-top: 30px;\">Stay Nearby<\/h3>\r\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 20px; margin: 20px 0;\">\r\n<div style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 280px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 10px; overflow: hidden;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 200px; object-fit: cover;\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/bookingbrain-files\/properties\/4413\/0c0e359e-4e84-44ea-99a3-dc9ee489c9d7.jpg\" alt=\"Rockford Cottage, Brendon\" \/>\r\n<div style=\"padding: 15px;\">\r\n<h4 style=\"margin: 0 0 5px;\">Rockford Cottage, Brendon<\/h4>\r\n<p style=\"color: #666; margin: 0 0 10px;\">Sleeps 9 \u00b7 5 Bedrooms<\/p>\r\n<a style=\"display: inline-block; background: #90b284; color: #fff; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 5px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 13px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/stay-in-brendon\/rockford-cottage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book<\/a>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 280px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 10px; overflow: hidden;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 200px; object-fit: cover;\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/bookingbrain-files\/properties\/2668\/dd9c2717-e9bd-4164-b2bb-845fba3ad1a2.jpg\" alt=\"Dashel Cottage, Countisbury\" \/>\r\n<div style=\"padding: 15px;\">\r\n<h4 style=\"margin: 0 0 5px;\">Dashel Cottage, Countisbury<\/h4>\r\n<p style=\"color: #666; margin: 0 0 10px;\">Sleeps 6 \u00b7 3 Bedrooms<\/p>\r\n<a style=\"display: inline-block; background: #90b284; color: #fff; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 5px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 13px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/stay-in-countisbury\/dashel-cottage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book<\/a>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 280px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 10px; overflow: hidden;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 200px; object-fit: cover;\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/bookingbrain-files\/properties\/3454\/69109803-57e3-42dc-8730-4a64eca5f757.jpg\" alt=\"Wingate Farm, Countisbury\" \/>\r\n<div style=\"padding: 15px;\">\r\n<h4 style=\"margin: 0 0 5px;\">Wingate Farm, Countisbury<\/h4>\r\n<p style=\"color: #666; margin: 0 0 10px;\">Sleeps 8 \u00b7 3 Bedrooms<\/p>\r\n<a style=\"display: inline-block; background: #90b284; color: #fff; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 5px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 13px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/stay-in-countisbury\/wingate-farm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book<\/a>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<!-- WALK 6: DUNSTER -->\r\n<h2 id=\"dunster\">6. Dunster Castle &amp; Park Walk<\/h2>\r\n<strong>Distance:<\/strong> 2.5 miles (circular) \u00b7 <strong>Difficulty:<\/strong> Easy \u00b7 <strong>Time:<\/strong> 1\u20131.5 hours\r\n\r\nThe medieval village of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/dunster\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Dunster<\/strong><\/a> is one of Exmoor&#8217;s most beautiful, and this gentle walk takes in its highlights. Start at the iconic Yarn Market in the High Street, walk up to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nationaltrust.org.uk\/visit\/somerset\/dunster-castle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Dunster Castle<\/strong><\/a> (National Trust) for stunning views across the Bristol Channel, then loop through the castle grounds and riverside parkland.\r\n\r\nIn spring, the castle gardens are filled with camellias, magnolias and daffodils. The deer park below the castle is home to a herd of fallow deer, and the riverside path back into the village is a lovely, peaceful stretch. This is the perfect walk for all ages and abilities. Nearby <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/bossington-allerford-visitors-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bossington &amp; Allerford<\/a> are also well worth a visit.\r\n\r\n<strong>Top tip:<\/strong> Dunster Castle hosts special Easter events \u2014 check the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nationaltrust.org.uk\/visit\/somerset\/dunster-castle\/events\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">National Trust events page<\/a> for egg trails and family activities over the bank holiday weekend. If you fancy extending your walk, try the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/bossington-hill-circular-walk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bossington Hill Circular Walk<\/a> nearby.\r\n<h3 style=\"font-family: Cormorant Garamond, Georgia, serif; font-size: 26px; color: #90b284; margin-top: 30px;\">Stay Nearby<\/h3>\r\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 20px; margin: 20px 0;\">\r\n<div style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 280px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 10px; overflow: hidden;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 200px; object-fit: cover;\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/bookingbrain-files\/properties\/3558\/2272713a-190a-46ec-a84e-b5fea1c36bab.jpg\" alt=\"Grist Mill, Dunster\" \/>\r\n<div style=\"padding: 15px;\">\r\n<h4 style=\"margin: 0 0 5px;\">Grist Mill, Dunster<\/h4>\r\n<p style=\"color: #666; margin: 0 0 10px;\">Sleeps 8 \u00b7 4 Bedrooms<\/p>\r\n<a style=\"display: inline-block; background: #90b284; color: #fff; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 5px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 13px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/stay-in-dunster\/grist-mill\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book<\/a>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 280px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 10px; overflow: hidden;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 200px; object-fit: cover;\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/bookingbrain-files\/properties\/2144\/c24254d6-6d3f-4edd-9eaf-1fa19dd01d6a.JPG\" alt=\"Allerford Cottage, Near Dunster\" \/>\r\n<div style=\"padding: 15px;\">\r\n<h4 style=\"margin: 0 0 5px;\">Allerford Cottage, Near Dunster<\/h4>\r\n<p style=\"color: #666; margin: 0 0 10px;\">Sleeps 5 \u00b7 3 Bedrooms<\/p>\r\n<a style=\"display: inline-block; background: #90b284; color: #fff; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 5px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 13px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/stay-in-dunster\/allerford\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book<\/a>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 280px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 10px; overflow: hidden;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 200px; object-fit: cover;\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/bookingbrain-files\/properties\/2135\/4ab3e280-7554-4080-988a-78c3837fc3f7.jpg\" alt=\"Bossington Cottage, Near Dunster\" \/>\r\n<div style=\"padding: 15px;\">\r\n<h4 style=\"margin: 0 0 5px;\">Bossington Cottage, Near Dunster<\/h4>\r\n<p style=\"color: #666; margin: 0 0 10px;\">Sleeps 4 \u00b7 2 Bedrooms<\/p>\r\n<a style=\"display: inline-block; background: #90b284; color: #fff; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 5px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 13px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/stay-in-dunster\/bossington\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book<\/a>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<!-- WALK 7: COMBE MARTIN TO HEDDON VALLEY -->\r\n<h2 id=\"combe-martin\">7. Combe Martin to Heddon Valley<\/h2>\r\n<strong>Distance:<\/strong> 5 miles (one way) \u00b7 <strong>Difficulty:<\/strong> Moderate to Challenging \u00b7 <strong>Time:<\/strong> 3\u20134 hours\r\n\r\nThis stunning stretch of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.southwestcoastpath.org.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">South West Coast Path<\/a> takes you along some of the highest sea cliffs in England. The route from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/combe-martin-circular-walk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Combe Martin<\/a> climbs to the Great Hangman (318 metres) before descending to the <strong>Heddon Valley<\/strong>, where the River Heddon meets the sea at a dramatic rocky cove.\r\n\r\nIt&#8217;s a challenging walk with some steep ascents and descents, but the reward is some of the most breathtaking coastal scenery in the country. Spring brings nesting seabirds, coastal wildflowers and the chance to spot dolphins and porpoises in the waters below. For a dedicated guide to this area, see our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/heddon-valley-circular-walk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Heddon Valley Circular Walk<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<strong>Top tip:<\/strong> The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nationaltrust.org.uk\/visit\/devon\/heddon-valley\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">National Trust&#8217;s Heddon Valley cafe<\/a> at the end makes a great finish point. If you&#8217;re bringing dogs, our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/dog-friendly-walks-on-exmoor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dog-Friendly Walks on Exmoor<\/a> guide has route-specific advice.\r\n<h3 style=\"font-family: Cormorant Garamond, Georgia, serif; font-size: 26px; color: #90b284; margin-top: 30px;\">Stay Nearby<\/h3>\r\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 20px; margin: 20px 0;\">\r\n<div style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 280px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 10px; overflow: hidden;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 200px; object-fit: cover;\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/bookingbrain-files\/properties\/3897\/f7315160-cb10-432b-90af-b794c31d0ada.jpg\" alt=\"Coulscott House, Combe Martin\" \/>\r\n<div style=\"padding: 15px;\">\r\n<h4 style=\"margin: 0 0 5px;\">Coulscott House, Combe Martin<\/h4>\r\n<p style=\"color: #666; margin: 0 0 10px;\">Sleeps 15 \u00b7 8 Bedrooms<\/p>\r\n<a style=\"display: inline-block; 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color: #90b284; font-family: Cormorant Garamond, Georgia, serif; font-size: 24px;\">Spring Walking Tips for Exmoor<\/h3>\r\n<ul style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\">\r\n \t<li><strong>Wear layers<\/strong> \u2014 spring weather on Exmoor is changeable, especially at higher elevations<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Waterproof boots<\/strong> \u2014 paths can be muddy after rain, particularly woodland routes<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Bring binoculars<\/strong> \u2014 spring is peak time for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/birdwatching-holidays-exmoor-cottages\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">birdwatching<\/a> and wildlife spotting<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Check tide times<\/strong> \u2014 for coastal walks, especially around Porlock Weir and Combe Martin<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Start early<\/strong> \u2014 Easter weekends can be busy on popular routes like Valley of the Rocks<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Carry a map<\/strong> \u2014 mobile signal is patchy across Exmoor. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ordnancesurvey.co.uk\/shop\/os-explorer-map-exmoor\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">OS Explorer OL9 (Exmoor)<\/a> is the one you need<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Plan your bank holidays<\/strong> \u2014 see our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/2026-uk-bank-holidays\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">2026 UK Bank Holidays guide<\/a> for the full Easter dates<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<!-- MORE READING -->\r\n<div style=\"background: #f8f9fa; padding: 25px; border-radius: 10px; margin: 30px 0;\">\r\n<h3 style=\"margin-top: 0; color: #90b284; font-family: Cormorant Garamond, Georgia, serif; font-size: 24px;\">More Walking &amp; Spring Reading<\/h3>\r\n<ul style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\">\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/top-10-exmoor-walking-spots\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Top 10 Exmoor Walking Spots<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/exmoor-maps-guides-walks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Best Walking Routes &amp; Resources on Exmoor<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/dog-friendly-walks-on-exmoor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dog-Friendly Walks on Exmoor<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/spring-wildlife-on-exmoor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Spring Wildlife on Exmoor 2026<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/easter-on-exmoor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Easter on Exmoor 2026 | Family Activities Guide<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/best-3-day-itinerary-exmoor-spring-break\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Best 3 Day Itinerary for an Exmoor Spring Break<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/exmoors-literature\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Exmoor&#8217;s Literary Landscape: Coleridge Way, Salt Path &amp; Two Moors Way<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<!-- FAQs -->\n<h2 id=\"faqs\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<div style=\"max-width: 900px; margin: 30px auto;\">\n\n<div style=\"background: #f8f9fa; border-radius: 8px; margin-bottom: 15px; overflow: hidden;\">\n<div style=\"padding: 20px; text-align: center; font-variant: small-caps; font-weight: 600; font-size: 16px; letter-spacing: 1px;\">Are the Easter walks on Exmoor suitable for families with young children?<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 0 20px 20px 20px; text-align: center; color: #555;\">Yes \u2014 several routes are ideal for families. The Dunster Castle &amp; Park Walk (2.5 miles, easy) and Tarr Steps (4 miles, easy) are both flat, manageable, and full of things to spot along the way. Watersmeet is also a good family option at just 3 miles with a National Trust tea room at the halfway point.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div style=\"background: #f8f9fa; border-radius: 8px; margin-bottom: 15px; overflow: hidden;\">\n<div style=\"padding: 20px; text-align: center; font-variant: small-caps; font-weight: 600; font-size: 16px; letter-spacing: 1px;\">Can I bring my dog on these Exmoor walks?<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 0 20px 20px 20px; text-align: center; color: #555;\">Most of the walks in this guide are dog-friendly, but dogs should be kept on leads around livestock, which is common on Exmoor in spring. Horner Woods and the Valley of the Rocks are particularly popular with dog walkers. For route-specific advice, see our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/blog\/dog-friendly-walks-on-exmoor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dog-Friendly Walks on Exmoor<\/a> guide.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div style=\"background: #f8f9fa; border-radius: 8px; margin-bottom: 15px; overflow: hidden;\">\n<div style=\"padding: 20px; text-align: center; font-variant: small-caps; font-weight: 600; font-size: 16px; letter-spacing: 1px;\">Is there parking at the start of each walk?<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 0 20px 20px 20px; text-align: center; color: #555;\">All seven walks have car parks nearby, though some are small and fill up quickly over the Easter bank holiday. Valley of the Rocks, Tarr Steps, and Dunster all have dedicated car parks. For Watersmeet and Porlock Weir, arrive before 10am on busy weekends to be sure of a space. National Trust car parks are free for members.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div style=\"background: #f8f9fa; border-radius: 8px; margin-bottom: 15px; overflow: hidden;\">\n<div style=\"padding: 20px; text-align: center; font-variant: small-caps; font-weight: 600; font-size: 16px; letter-spacing: 1px;\">What is the best time of day to walk on Exmoor at Easter?<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 0 20px 20px 20px; text-align: center; color: #555;\">Morning walks (before 11am) are best for quieter paths, cooler temperatures, and the best chance of spotting wildlife \u2014 spring is peak season for red deer calves, Exmoor ponies, and migrating birds. Late afternoon also works well, especially for golden light along the coast at Valley of the Rocks or Combe Martin.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div style=\"background: #f8f9fa; border-radius: 8px; margin-bottom: 15px; overflow: hidden;\">\n<div style=\"padding: 20px; text-align: center; font-variant: small-caps; font-weight: 600; font-size: 16px; letter-spacing: 1px;\">What should I wear and bring for a spring walk on Exmoor?<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 0 20px 20px 20px; text-align: center; color: #555;\">Layers are essential \u2014 spring weather on Exmoor can change quickly, with sunshine, showers, and wind all in the same afternoon. Waterproof boots with good grip are a must, as many paths can be muddy after rain. Bring a waterproof jacket, water, snacks, and binoculars if you fancy some birdwatching along the way.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div style=\"background: #f8f9fa; border-radius: 8px; margin-bottom: 15px; overflow: hidden;\">\n<div style=\"padding: 20px; text-align: center; font-variant: small-caps; font-weight: 600; font-size: 16px; letter-spacing: 1px;\">Which walk has the best views on Exmoor?<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 0 20px 20px 20px; text-align: center; color: #555;\">For dramatic coastal scenery, the Valley of the Rocks is hard to beat \u2014 towering limestone crags with views across the Bristol Channel. For panoramic moorland views, the Horner Woods route up to Dunkery Beacon (Exmoor&#8217;s highest point at 519m) offers a 360-degree vista across Somerset and Devon on a clear day.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<!-- BOTTOM CTA -->\r\n<div style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #5a7a50 0%, #90b284 50%, #6a9460 100%); padding: 40px; border-radius: 24px; margin-top: 50px; text-align: center; box-shadow: 0 8px 30px rgba(144,178,132,0.3);\">\r\n<h3 style=\"color: #ffffff; margin-bottom: 15px; font-size: 24px;\">Ready to Explore Exmoor This Easter?<\/h3>\r\n<p style=\"color: #e8f5e9; margin-bottom: 20px; font-size: 16px;\">Browse our full collection of walking-friendly cottages across Exmoor \u2014 all handpicked and ready for your spring adventure.<\/p>\r\n<a style=\"display: inline-block; background: #ffffff; color: #5a7a50; padding: 16px 36px; border-radius: 50px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: 700; font-size: 14px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 2px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk\/easter-holiday-cottages\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Browse All Easter Cottages \u2192<\/a>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\n<!-- STAY NEARBY WIDGET -->\n<div style=\"margin-top:50px; 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