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Ashcombe
The walk follows the lush and undisturbed valley of the Dawlish Waters and retraces a route vividly described by the 18th century John Swete in his 'Journal Eleven' (from his Tavels In Georgian Devon) .
Walk 1
| Distance:10.9 miles | Time:4h 30 mins |
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His colourful illustrations depict old cottages,a mill and Ashcombe church; unfortunately, there appears to be no sign of any water mill in Ashcombe. The church,dedicated to Saint Nectan, has 13th century lancet windows and a 14th century chancel arch. 'The cottages were more frequent as I approached the church... the scenery was not only picturesque but romantic- ' The walk continues up 'a steep hill,mounting to an elevated ridge' ; the walk descends through a forest and winds itself back up to the ridge which offers commanding views of the Exe. The walk through 'Long Lane' can be muddy. A combe is a fertile valley with steep sides. There is one steep climb. |
 |  | hamlet of Ashcombe | |
 | Church Street, Dawlish | ||
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| Walks near Ashcombe: | |
| Dawlish | |
.jpg) | Great walks from Dawlish , known for its sandy beaches, black swans & the Brunel railway line along its coast. |
| Mamhead | |
.jpg) | Hoskins: 'Mamhead Park is exceedingly beautiful, with many noble trees, and views over a luxuriant landscape to the sea.' |
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Ashcombe Bridge |
