Lynmouth — Porlock

Lynpor two
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By Charles Hedley on 27 Mar 2023

Distance

23km/14mi

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Description

This is a route that corrects the issues highlighted in LYNPOR 1 regarding the difficult to access footpath between Culbone Church and Porlock Weir. This route rejoins the South West Coast Path just before Culbone Church and has much better waymarkers

This is a route that corrects the issues highlighted in LYNPOR 1 regarding the difficult to access footpath between Culbone Church and Porlock Weir. This route rejoins the South West Coast Path just before Culbone Church and has much better waymarkers

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This route has been reviewed by 3 people.

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Route status - Live

Reviews - 3

Average rating -

Is this route good enough? -  Yes (3)

There are currently no problems reported with this route.

Downloads - 4

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Grade 4: Route includes very rough surfaces including deep ruts, steep loose gravel, unmade paths and deep muddy sections. Wheelchairs may experience traction/wheel spin issues.
Access grade X: At least one stile, flight of steps or other obstacle that is highly likely to block access for wheelchair and scooter users.		 Grading is based on average scores by surveyors. This slow way has 1 surveys.
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Facilities

Facilities in the middle third of this route.

Present at time of survey Public toilet (1)
Present at time of survey Wheelchair accessible toilet (1)
Not present at time of survey Supermarket (1)
Present at time of survey Restaurant (1)
Maybe present Vegan restaurant (1)
Maybe present Accommodation (1)
Maybe present Accommodation < £50 (1)
Maybe present Campsite (1)
Not present at time of survey Bothy (1)
Not present at time of survey Free wifi (1)
Not present at time of survey Public phone (1)
Present at time of survey Mobile phone coverage (1)
Not present at time of survey Train station (1)
Present at time of survey Bench (1)
Present at time of survey Picnic table (1)
Present at time of survey Bus stop (1)
Not present at time of survey Ferry (1)

Challenges

Potential challenges reported on this route. Some challenges are seasonal.

Not present at time of survey Scrambling (1)
Not present at time of survey Wading (1)
Not present at time of survey Swimming (1)
Not present at time of survey Climbing (1)
Not present at time of survey Stepping stones (1)
Present at time of survey Very slippery (1)
Present at time of survey Very muddy (1)
Present at time of survey Very icy (1)
Maybe present Likely to flood (1)
Present at time of survey Long grass sections (1)
Not present at time of survey Crops encroaching on path (1)
Not present at time of survey Diverted path (1)

Obstacles

Obstacles on this route.

Not present at time of survey Stiles (1)
Present at time of survey Step and kerbs (1)
Not present at time of survey Possible to avoid steps, if applicable (1)
Not present at time of survey Flights of steps (1)
Present at time of survey Gates (1)
Present at time of survey Kissing gates (1)
Not present at time of survey Locked gates (1)
Not present at time of survey Disables access gates (1)
Not present at time of survey Cycle barriers (1)
Not present at time of survey Ladders (1)
Not present at time of survey Cattle grids (1)
Not present at time of survey Fords (1)
Present at time of survey Narrow bridges (1)
Not present at time of survey Ferry required (1)
Present at time of survey Acceptable road walking (1)
Not present at time of survey Unacceptable road walking (1)
Not present at time of survey Dangerous road crossings (1)
Present at time of survey Walking on paths beside roads (1)
Not present at time of survey Walking on verges beside roads (1)
Not present at time of survey Railway crossings (1)
Not present at time of survey River crossings (1)
Not present at time of survey Cattle possible (1)
Present at time of survey Horses possible (1)
Not present at time of survey Tidal area (1)
Present at time of survey Potential falls (1)
Present at time of survey Exposed to elements (1)
Not present at time of survey Remote area (1)
Not present at time of survey Mountainous area (1)
Not present at time of survey Military training area (1)
Present at time of survey No visible path (1)
Maybe present Seasonal nesting birds (1)
Not present at time of survey Other hazards (1)

Accessibility

Is this route step and stile free?

Present at time of survey Free of stiles (1)
Not present at time of survey Free of single steps/kerbs (1)
Not present at time of survey Free of flights of steps (1)
Not present at time of survey Free of other obstacles (1)

Measurements

Surveyors were asked to measure the narrowest and steepest parts of paths.

Narrowest part of path: no data

The steepest uphill gradient East: no data

The steepest uphill gradient West: no data

The steepest camber: no data

How clear is the waymarking on the route: Clear (1)

Successfully completed

We asked route surveyors "Have you successfully completed this route with any of the following? If so, would you recommend it to someone with the same requirements?". Here is how they replied.

Small Pug-sized dog (0)
Present at time of survey Small Labrador-sized dog (1)
Large St. Bernard-sized dog (0)
Standard pram (0)
Off-road rugged pram (0)
Standard wheelchair (0)
Off-road rugged wheelchair (0)
Standard mobility scooter (0)
Off-road rugged mobility scooter (0)

Recommended by an expert

We asked route surveyors "Are you a trained access professional, officer or expert? If so, is this route suitable for someone travelling with any of the following?" Here is how they replied.

Small Pug-sized dog (0)
Present at time of survey Small Labrador-sized dog (1)
Large St. Bernard-sized dog (0)
Standard pram (0)
Off-road rugged pram (0)
Standard wheelchair (0)
Off-road rugged wheelchair (0)
Standard mobility scooter (0)
Off-road rugged mobility scooter (0)

Terrain

We asked route surveyors to estimate how much of the route goes through different kinds of terrain.

There is no data on how much of this route is on roads

There is no data on how much of this route is lit at night

Thereis no data on amount of route paved

There is no data on muddiness

There is no data on rough ground

There is no data on long grass

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4X August 2024 by Helen Gough
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Start and end points

Lynmouth
Grid Ref SS7223549651
Lat / Lon 51.23170° / -3.83135°
Easting / Northing 272,235E / 149,651N
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Porlock
Grid Ref SS8862846693
Lat / Lon 51.20855° / -3.59573°
Easting / Northing 288,628E / 146,693N
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reviews

Helen Gough

18 Aug 2024 Summer
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Great Exmoor walk, very enjoyable but very energetic. I walked from Lynmouth to Porlock, and worrying that I wouldn't get to Porlock in time for the last bus, did it in 2 days, breaking it up at County Gate where there is a stop for the Exmoor Coaster bus route.
At Porlock Weir I made a very slight change to the route getting off the road a few yards early to join the signed footpath to Porlock. I preferred it to the road, but on a wet day a bit more road would probably be preferable.
Other than that I don't have much to add to the previous reviews. I love Exmoor Slow Ways!.

Tim Ryan

16 Apr 2024 Spring
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A superb route with steep climbs but with the reward of some stunning views. the route is mostly along the Coleridge Way which is well signed - with a quill motif. Much of the route is in the East Lyn river valley at the western end between Lynton and Brendon, A tight river valley through with excellent views of the river. The middle section is more exposed on higher ground before leaving the Coleridge Way and dropping down to join the Coast Path at the delightful little church at Culbone and then through more woodland paths to Porlock Weir. The route then follows the B3225 for about a hundred yards before climbing back up in to woodland and back on to the Coleridge Way before descending on woodland down onto the Toll road into Porlock. The Staghunters Inn at Brendon is well placed for a refreshment break, althoughyou do have to cross the river at Leeford bridge and double back a short distance along the road. Worth it though.

Charles Hedley

27 Mar 2023 Spring
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I walked this Sloway in the Lynmouth to Porlock direction. This is a long walk with lots of ups and downs. It was also a bit muddy in places after a week of heavy rain. However this is one of the more scenic Sloways I have done. It starts with a long meander along the river, followed by a climb out of the valley with spectacular views back down the valley. This is followed by a section on top of Exmoor looking over the Bristol Channel and to Wales before finally dropping back into ancient woodland. 99% of the route is on well maintained footpath with no traffic whatsoever. Tea room at Watersmeet. Pubs along the route at Rockford, Brendon and Porlock Weir as well as lots more at both Lynmouth and Porlock.
I parked in Porlock and got the Exmoor Coaster Bus to Lynmouth before walking back.

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