Somerset Walks
These walks around Timberscombe offer a varied taste of Exmoor, with village paths, open countryside, and gentle climbs across rolling ground.
Both routes include time on Timberscombe Common, where wide open space gives a real sense of the surrounding landscape.
The longer walk also passes the area linked to the lost medieval settlement of Clicket.
The route then returns to the village, finishing with a welcome stop at The Lion Inn.
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Walk information
The first Timberscombe route is a short, mildly energetic option that captures the feel of Exmoor without needing a long day out.
The route offers a climb into Timberscombe Common and then you'll head back to the village where the Lion Inn offers a handy spot for refreshments.
Walk information
This alternative and longer Timberscombe route offers a mix of history and open countryside, making it a rewarding walk without feeling too demanding.
The landscape carries quiet echoes of the past, around the lost village of Clicket, where only subtle traces remain of former life.
The route also crosses Timberscombe Common, a wide open Exmoor space before heading back to the village where the pub provides a place to enjoy some well-earned refreshments.
Refreshments:
The Lion Inn, Timberscombe
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