Walk #2

Name Ashcombe Gardens, Simonsbath, Wheal Eliza and Cow Castle

Date Thursday 08 August 2024

Time 10:30 am

Brief details Join Walk leader Steve Key for a stroll around Ashcombe Gardens, planned by John Knight in the 1820’s but uncompleted, before walking along the Barle Valley past the site of Wheal Eliza Mine and on to Iron Age Cow Castle. Along the way you learn the history of Exmoor Forest and about Ferns, Lichens and Mosses seen in this beautiful part of Exmoor.

Distance 5 miles

Difficulty Moderate

Dogs Welcome on a lead

Other information Bring your own picnic

Booking info

Please note that all of our walks are free, but you can opt to purchase tickets for £5 or £10 to support the organisation and delivery of the walk.

Book online at:

Ashcombe Gardens, Simonsbath, Wheal Eliza and Cow Castle – Exmoor Walks (exmoorsociety.com)

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