Somerset Walks

Withypool Walks & Route Maps

Withypool walk, Somerset
Withypool · Photo: Amanda Smith

These walks from the charming village of Withypool offer something for everyone, whether you’re after a gentle stroll or a more adventurous outing.

You’ll explore quiet lanes, open farmland, riverside paths, and woodland, with optional detours up Withypool Hill for stunning views.

For those who enjoy photography, one route takes you to the picturesque Landacre Bridge, while all routes return to the village where you can relax with a drink or a bite at the pub or tea room.

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Walk information

Withypool Walk 1

Walk distance
1½ miles
Time
30 mins
Route type
Circular

This first route is a nice short and relatively flat stroll from the pretty village of Withypool.

You'll mainly enjoy some quiet lanes, some farmland and then a wander alongside the River Barle before heading back into the village passing the pub and cafe for refreshments.

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Walk information

Withypool Walk 2

Walk distance
4¾ miles
Time
2.5 hours
Route type
Circular

If you have much more time and energy, this extended version of the first walk takes you out into more adventurous terrain.

The walk starts by heading south and then takes you on a walk around the base of Withypool Hill. There are a number of paths going up the hill itself if you want to take an optional diversion up to enjoy the great views before descending and rejoining our route.

You'll then head through some open farmland before eventually reaching the River Barle which you'll then follow north for a beautiful long riverside and woodland ramble back towards the cafe and pub in village.

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Walk information

Withypool Walk 3

Walk distance
4¾ miles
Time
2.5 hours
Route type
Circular

This final route is a there-and-back linear walk option for those of you that want to visit the photogenic Landacre Bridge.

You'll enjoy some riverside walking alongside the River Barle and some pretty countryside walking before climbing some elements of the hills in Withypool Common and then descending back down towards the pretty stone bridge.

Once you've taken your photos, you'll retrace your steps back to the start where you can enjoy refreshments in the cafe or pub in the village.

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Somerset Walks App

Follow the Withypool walks with GPS guidance

It's like sat-nav, but for footpaths.

Choose a walk and follow the pointer showing your live position on the route map, so you always know you're on the right path.

The app works without a phone signal, so you can keep following the route wherever the walk takes you.

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Somerset Walks app showing the walker's live position on a route map

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  • Choose a walk and follow the pointer
  • See your live position on the route map
  • Works without a phone signal
  • Includes 250 Somerset walks
  • Free one-month trial
  • Available for iPhone and Android

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Expanded route map for Withypool Walk 1, a 1.5 mile circular walk in Somerset