Hurley View

Taunton Deane Circular Walk 1

Loops through gently undulating Somerset countryside around Taunton, mixing quiet lanes, field paths and occasional woodland stretches. Generally flat to gentle gradients, though some stiles and muddy sections after rain make it tricky for buggies – better suited to older children who can manage a longer walk. Dogs welcome on leads near livestock. Offers classic West Country views across farmland to the Quantock and Blackdown Hills, with decent pub stops en route making it ideal for a relaxed da

West Deane Way

Follows the rolling Blackdown Hills along the Devon-Somerset border, mixing quiet lanes, field paths, and ancient drovers' tracks with moderate climbs and descents throughout. Suitable for older children with stamina but not buggies—expect stiles, uneven ground, and muddy sections after rain. Dogs welcome on leads near livestock. Rewards walkers with sweeping views across both counties, historic churches, and quintessential patchwork countryside that feels wonderfully remote despite easy access

Quantock Greenway

Stretches 62.5km across the Quantock Hills with mixed terrain—expect rolling farmland, woodland tracks, and some moderate climbs though nothing too punishing. The full route's too long for little ones, but sections near villages work well for families tackling shorter chunks; buggies won't cope with most of it due to gates, stiles, and uneven paths. Dogs welcome throughout. Worth doing for sweeping Somerset views, ancient oak forests, and that proper sense of escaping into proper countryside wit

Castles & Coast Way

Coleridge Way