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Eggesford Forest Walks  
 

Eggesford Forest , managed by the Forestry Commission, is an ideal centre for short walks.

It's beauty and unspoilt charm is due in many ways to its isolation.
Caution,some paths can be quite steep.

Walk 1

Walk 1 Forest and stream Walk (1.1 miles) Time:30 mins

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Eggesford Forest
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Point of InterestEggesford Forest,
picnic area
  
parkingsee main parking area
 
We have included a short but very pleasant (1.1 mile) walk a long a stream involving two foot bridges and some steps.
However, we advise you to print our map and explore the forest more fully.
 
  
  
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 Walks near Eggesford Forest:
  
 Eggesford
A most varied & scenic walk,partly following the Tarka trail to the river Taw and crossing Eggesford Forest.
 Lapford
A lovely country walk from a village with character so typical of 'old' Devon.
  
 
 Zeal Monachorum
The tranquil hills around Zeal 'Monachorum' have changed little since the Middle Ages when they were cultivated by the monks of Buckfast Abbey.
  
 
 Morchard Bishop
Morchard (Large Wood) Bishop lies almost halfway on the Two Moors Way . In the village you will find a detailed map of all the footpaths in the area ,a welcome sign to all walkers and hikers.

Walk 2

Walk 2 Forest & rural Southcot (2.4 miles) Time:1h

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This walk follows public footpaths and bridlepaths and joins the Little Dart Ridge and Valley Way, a long distance walk between Chumleigh and Witheridge as it re-enters the forest.

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parkingCar park at Hilltown Wood & Heywood Wood.
  
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