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Axminster Walks exploring a historic landscape
Explore Axminster beyond its famous carpet industry.
Pub:
There are numerous pubs in Axminster.
There are numerous pubs in Axminster.Walk 1
| Walk 1 Axminster to the river Axe (3.8 miles) | Time:1h 40 mins |  |
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 | MORIDUNUM a Roman fort Roman Roads River Axe Museum | ||
 | West Street Car Park Axminster (free on Sundays) | ||
A This pleasant and fairly easy walk starts in West Street Car Park then meandering through the old part town it joins a footpath on the outskirts of Axminster. Turn right and head towards Woodbury Farm,behind which lies a Roman fort - only the ditch has been preserved. A Roman 'map' refers to a small town called Moridumum somewhere in the area ; more than likely it developed from the fort. B Standing in front of Woodbury farm ,you could be standing in front of a hostelry for travellers coming from Exeter,Honiton,Lyme Regis or Ilchester. Follow the track ,which must date back to the Romans ,until eventually you reach Abbey Gate Lane. Turn right and continue until Lower Abbey Farm. C Behind the farm are the scant remains of an abbey dating back to the 13th century - unfortunately,you cannot see it from the road. Turn left,crossing the railway lines through a small tunnel,then head towards two foot bridges. D Take the one the right and follow & enjoy the peace of a beautiful meandering river. During the winter or after heavy rainfall wellingtons are recommended. There is one steady climb and descent. | |||
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| Walks near Axminster: | |
| Kilmington | |
.jpg) | A delightful dog friendly walk, mainly through woods, to the old beacon house where a lookout was posted to keep a wary eye for Armada ships |
| Musbury | |
 | A delightful but quite strenuous walk towards Musbury castle, an Iron Age Hill fort with spectacular views of East Devon and the Axe valley |
| Dalwood | |
 | Dalwood offers the walker a network of public footpaths to enjoy Devon's unspoilt rolling hills. |
| Axmouth | |
 | Axmouth is a very picturesque village at the end of the Roman Fosse Way with 2 pubs and magnificent views of the Axe estuary. |
Walk 2
| Walk 2 River Axe & Wyke Green (4.8 miles) | Time:2h |  |
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Similar to the first walk but longer. It follows part of a Tony Robinson walk - see England's last Battle.. For more information on downloads of long distance hiking routes in Devon TAP here.Download route for GPSSee on Google Earth
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