Popular Haldon & Obelisk Walks | ||
2 Popular Walks |
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The obelisk dates back to 1742 when it was constructed by Thomas Balle, owner of Mamhead, to serve as a landmark for ships sailing up the Exe.
Here you can enjoy a picnic and truly breathtaking views of Exeter and the estuary.
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Haldon Obelisk |
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Exe Estuary |
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Free Mamhead Car Park or smaller Car Park |
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From Exeter,branch off the A38 onto the A380 to Torquay; at the top of Telegraph Hill turn left towards Starcross |
Walk 1 Obelisk (3 miles) |
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Difficulty:
An easy and very popular circular walk through Haldon forest past the obelisk, towering above Mamhead.
The route joins an area used for exercising Huskies - so be prepared !
Just before your return, a recent clearing of forest land has created unique views of the coastline between Exmouth & Dawlish.
length: |
3 miles |
main roads |
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altitude range |
212 - 247 m |
quality of track |
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![]() | Walk 2 Obelisk (1.2 miles) | ![]() |
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Difficulty:
A shorter and equally pleasant walk to the obelisk.
This is one of our 'Thirty Five Minute Walks' | ![]() |
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Free Mamhead Car Park |
Walks near Haldon Obelisk | ![]() |
Little Switzerland (cyclist free) | |
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This peaceful walk is virtually cyclist free and culminates in a track through a rich forest similar to those found in Switzerland or Germany. |
Chudleigh-Haldon | |
![]() | This is one of our most popular walks following public footpaths and quiet lanes. |
Kenn-Haldon | |
![]() | A delightful walk from Kenn into Haldon.You will be rewarded with commanding views of a part of Devon that hasn't changed for centuries. |
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