Best Devon Walks
 
Best Hawkerland Valley Walks
 
2 TOP Walks
tramway to Hawkerland
Tramway to Hawkerland
Walk 1 Short Walk
 1.7 miles (50 mins)
 difficulty 2/4 (easy)
Walk 2 to Stoneyford
 3.1 miles (1h 20)
 difficulty 2/4 (easy)
Nearby 

Hawkerland Valley was once used for storing essential D Day equipment.

In the summer the valley is a haven for wildlife containing many species of butterfly.

During the walk you will notice flattened areas and various overgrown tracks - read more.

Point of InterestExtensive Views
Hawker Valley and WWII
Heathland flowers & wild life.
  
parkingFree Car Park entrance via country lane to Coleton Raleigh - see maps
 
 
Walk 1
Short Walk (1.7 miles)
 MAP

This very easy walk offers expansive views towards the sea across a gently rolling heath land. All paths are well defined and after heavy rain fall not impassable.

The walk follows part of the East Devon Way , a long distance hiking route from Exmouth to Lyme Regis.

Difficulty:

length:
3.4 miles
time:
1 hr 30 mins
terrain:
tracks bridle/ footpaths
country lanes
main roads
0 %
1%
altitude range
268 - 429 m
quality of track
***

 

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Walk 2
to Stoneyford (3.1 miles)
  MAP

An equally pleasant and easy dog walk leading into the hamlet of Stoneyford. It returns following a very old bridle path.

Difficulty:

 

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 Walks near Hawkerland
 
Newton Poppleford
 
 
Delightful river and pub walks. A must, if you are in the area.
 
Aylesbeare
 
 
An easy walk exploring the rural and peaceful life around Alphington and Perkin's Village using quiet lanes and public footpaths - ideal for a spring or summer's day.
 
Woodbury Castle
 
 
Woodbury Common is a popular place for dog-walkers; there is plenty of 'space' and the views are quite spectacular.