Peppercombe to Buck’s Mills Trail
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Walking the Peppercombe to Buck’s Mills Trail is a great family-friendly adventure in Devon that will take you along a forested path that runs along the coast. While out on the trail, you will descend through Peppercombe Wood for some scenic views along the beach before climbing back uphill to traverse a beautiful forest on the way to Buck’s Mills. This is a point-to-point trail, so it is advised to have your travel arrangements for the return to the trailhead sorted before setting out on your adventure.
Getting there
To reach the trailhead for the Peppercombe to Buck’s Mills Trail from Bideford, head west on Abbotsham Road for 1.4mi and turn left to continue on for 375ft. Make a right here onto A39 and follow it for 3.6mi before turning right on Acre Road. You will arrive at the trailhead in 300ft.
About
Backcountry Campground | No |
When to do | Year-Round |
Pets allowed | Yes - On Leash |
Family friendly | Yes |
Route Signage | Average |
Crowd Levels | Moderate |
Route Type | One Way |
Peppercombe to Buck’s Mills Trail
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Peppercombe to Buck’s Mills Trail Description
The Peppercombe to Buck’s Mills Trail is a straightforward adventure along the Devon coast that features some fun forest and beach terrain that is perfectly suitable for a great family outing on the weekend. Setting out from the trailhead in Horns Cross, you will make your way to the north to descend through the peaceful forests of Peppercombe Wood and arrive at the pebble-covered Peppercombe Beach with its stunning views of the Bristol Channel. After exploring this quaint area by the water’s edge, you will make your way back uphill through the forest and head to the west, traversing the wooded landscape to reach the village of Buck’s Mill. At this point, you will turn to the southeast and make your way back uphill to reach the end point of the walk at the car park where your ride is hopefully waiting to pick you up!
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