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Best Aylesbeare Walk |
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Village of Aylesbeare |
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Aylesbeare is small picturesque village with a delightful church.
The name means Aegel's grove (small wood) .
The church dates back to the 13th century.
![Point of Interest](../images/bits/view.jpg) | Extensive views of Haldon & Exeter |
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![](../images/pint.gif) | the Nightjar Inn was opened in October 2017. |
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![parking](../images/mb/parking.png) | near the church or residential |
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![directions](../images/bits/steeringwheel.jpg) | SATNAV Postcode:EX5 2BU |
Walk 1 Perkin's Village (2.7 miles)
Difficulty:![](../images/bits/boot3.gif)
Please note:
Wellies are needed after heavy rainfall when fields are likely to be wet.
A stretch through a wood contains large pebbles.
- This walk with no steep hiils explores the rural and peaceful life around Aylesbeare and Perkin's Village using quiet lanes and public footpaths - ideal for a spring or summer's day.
- Two centuries ago Perkin's Village was called Parkyns Village, which was named after the 'end' of an 11th century deer park , west of the village.
- Sadly, the park no longer exists.
- Expect to see freely wandering chickens or turkeys on a farm nearby.
- Also, look out for the thatched 'Old Farmhouse' in the same village.
- The route offers some extensive views of Exeter & Haldon.
![Old Farmhouse, Perkin's Village](../images/300/perkinsvillage.jpg)
Old Farmhouse, Perkin's Village
There are several stiles to negotiate, some in poor repair.
![Quiet Country Lane](../images/300/aylesbeare3.jpg)
Quiet Country Lane
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