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County: Somerset
Walking in the Doone Valley and along the Coleridge Way
When I was staying in Minehead on my own in January I did a walk from Malsmead along the Doone Valley. It was a stunning day and when I recounted the trip to Lynnie she …
Continue readingFrom Minehead to Periton Hill and North Hill
I have walked to North Hill numerous times and on most occasions have enjoyed good views, except when I met “Dan Walks the Coast” up there a few days ago when low cloud made it …
Continue readingThe Punchbowl and Caratacus Stone from Winsford
Earlier in the year I did a walk from Winsford up the Punchbowl, following in part a walk that Lynnie and I had done back in March 2016. Seeing the pictures of my January walk …
Continue readingHorner Wood in the Mist
Following my walk with Crosby earlier today it is now time to head out again with Lynnie and Dexter for a shorter walk in nearby Horner Wood. These days Dexter struggles to walk very far, …
Continue readingMeeting “Dan Walks the Coast” on North Hill
I am always keen to do as little driving as possible when we are away. For most of my life I was happy to drive anywhere, but now I need no excuse to leave the …
Continue readingA Twelve Circuit from Minehead to Dunster
After just a few days at home we are away in the caravan again. This time we have headed west and returned to the Caravan and Motorhome Club site in Minehead. We don’t stay at …
Continue readingAvoiding the Storms on the Quantock Hills
It is the last day of my trip away and it starts off with a wet morning. So it is early afternoon before I decide to venture out with Crosby for a walk and head for …
Continue readingHaddon Hill and Wimbleball Lake
The weather forecast is for high winds and heavy rain, so I have decided to avoid walking in the hills and instead take a wander around Clatworthy Reservoir. It is a pleasant drive through the …
Continue readingBack On The Quantock Hills
After my very enjoyable walk around the flat lands of Steart Marshes yesterday I feel in need of a few hills, so I am returning to the Quantocks. I start my walk from the car …
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