Coleridge Way
The Coleridge Way guides you in the footsteps of famous poet Coleridge through the scenic landscapes that inspired him: the Quantocks, Brendon Hills and Exmoor. Visit his former home in Nether Stowey, spot Exmoor ponies and red deer, and take in wide views from Lype Hill.
Coleridge Way
https://www.contours.co.uk/coleridge-way
A walk through the Quantock Hills, Brendon Hills and Exmoor, once beloved by Samuel Taylor Coleridge.
From £345 per person
This fabulous walk along the Coleridge Way follows in the footsteps of famous poet Samuel Taylor Coleridge, passing through the beautiful countryside of the Quantock Hills, the Brendon Hills and Exmoor.
The trail visits such important landmarks as the poet’s former home in Nether Stowey, as well as plenty of other charming, historic villages along the way. The walk enjoys a scenic mixture of rolling farmland, heather moorland, ancient oak woodland and deep secluded valleys, passing the impressive Stowey Castle and boasting fabulous views from Lype Hill, the highest point on the trail.
Following in the footsteps of famous poet Samuel Taylor Coleridge through the beautiful landscape that inspired him.
Spotting red deer, buzzards, butterflies, Exmoor ponies and other wildlife as you walk through a variety of rich habitats.
Admiring the wonderful views over the Somerset Coast stretching towards Wales.
| Code | Tour | Duration | Price per person | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| COL1 | From Nether Stowey to Lynmouth | 3 days walking | £345 | |
| COL2 | From Nether Stowey to Lynmouth | 5 days walking | £515 | |
| COL3 | From Nether Stowey to Lynmouth | 6 days walking | £600 |
Travel to Nether Stowey where your first night's accommodation has been booked
Nether Stowey to Roadwater. 19 miles (30km)
Roadwater to Porlock. 17 miles (27.5km)
Porlock to Lynmouth. 17 miles (27.5km)
Depart from Lynmouth after breakfast
This itinerary lists our preferred overnight stops for this tour. Sometimes there may be a shortage of available accommodation in a preferred location, in which case we will transfer you from the trail to your accommodation and back again at no extra charge. Overnight stops marked with a (T) will always require transfers as standard.
The daily mileages quoted are average trail miles only and do not include the distance from the trail to your accommodation. We do not expect you to have to walk more than a mile from the trail to your accommodation; should your accommodation be further than this, transfers will be provided as standard.
Below are the additional costs that may apply depending on your requirements. Dog friendly tours are subject to a Daily Dog Charge, which will be listed below if applicable. Our standard prices per person are based upon two people sharing a room; if you are walking on your own, or are part of a group but require a room of your own, then the Solo Walker or Single Supplements apply respectively:
A note about transfersYou can add rest days at any of the overnight stops:
You can add rest days at any of the overnight stops:
It is very easy to travel to the start (and return home from the end) of the holiday using public transport. Please click here for more information.
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Dog friendly