Climb up a prominent ridge which splits the West Country in two. Where springs of the River Parrett, Yeo, Axe and Brit combine, sits Winyard’s Gap. Wander through its earthwork-laden slopes, full of tales of murder, kidnap and mystery. Delve down into the valley of the ancient Harrow Way, surrounded by high peaks, which provide … Continue reading Winyard’s Gap
The River Brit, at only 8 miles long, travels from the high hills of Beaminster Down, through the Saxon town of Beaminster and into the Marshwood Vale. It carves its way between the steep sided slopes, through narrow valleys, to meet the sea at West Bay, passing county manors, riverside cottages and a dismantled railway. … Continue reading River Brit
From the high peak of Beaminster Down, scattered with ancient tumuli, cross the common land to Kitwhistle Farm, named after the cry of the bird. Follow its farm tracks up the hill to the ridge with views overlooking the Marshwood Vale to the hillforts of Shipton, Coney’s, Lambert’s, Lewesdon and Pilsdon. Drop down into the … Continue reading Beaminster Down
Follow the little stream of the River Brit. Discover the ancient manors of Slape and Melplash both sitting on the river banks, their well-designed parks still dominating the surrounding landscape. Explore the remains of old industries which used the power of the water but today have been washed away, the ruins now the river path. … Continue reading Waytown
