Elmscott Via Docton Mill and Speke's Mill - a short walk using the South West Coast Path



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Walk name: Elmscott Via Docton Mill and Speke's Mill
: Elmscott Farm Youth Hostel
Finish location: Elmscott Farm Youth Hostel
Distance: 4 miles (7km)
Grade Easy/Moderate
Terrain Height gain/lost:225 metres, moderate to easy walk
Circular Walk: Yes
Free from obstacles & steep gradients: No

Walk description:

This walk starts at Elmscott Farm Youth Hostel before dropping down into a valley past Docton Mill Gardens. It then follows a valley down to the coast where you can see one of the highest waterfalls on the Coast Path. The path then gently gains height to follow the cliffs before returning inland for an easy walk back to the start. A leaflet of the walk has been produced by the Hartland Peninsular Association, North Devon. The leaflet has a detailed description of the route, along with information on the geology and history of the area, and can be viewed and printed by clicking on the ‘Printer friendly page’ button on the right.

Public transport information:
You can get the Train from Exeter to Barnstable and then a bus to Hartland. For details visit Traveline or phone 0871 200 2233
Toilets:
None
Nearest Car parks:
Elmscott Youth Hostel. See leaflet for details (Postcode for Sat Navs:EX39 6ES).
Nearest refreshments:
Docton Mill
Further Information:
The Hartland Peninsula Association North Devon website has more details about where to stay and things to do in the area.
OS Explorer Map number: 126


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PICTURE: Speke's Mill Falls
Speke's Mill Falls

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