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Exford

Wheal Eliza mine ruins – Withypool Stone Bridge loop from Exford

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West Somerset District

Exford

Wheal Eliza mine ruins – Withypool Stone Bridge loop from Exford

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Wheal Eliza mine ruins – Withypool Stone Bridge loop from Exford

02:39

31.4km

550m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 16, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 31.1 km for 60 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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14.8 km

Simonsbath

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A small and pretty Exmoor village in Somerset, near the River Barle, very close to the source of the River Exe. It's on both the Two Moors Way and the …

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15.2 km

Riverside Trail in Exmoor National Park

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16.7 km

Between 1845 and 1857, there was a mine here, next to the River Barle, that initially produced copper and later switched to iron production. Now, only a few remnants remain, such as some stones from the worker's cottages.

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17.9 km

Wild Swimming Spot in Exmoor National Park

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Swim shoes/boots - it’s quite shallow also so not able to fully swim but great for a cool off dip

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25.0 km

Withypool River

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25.1 km

Withypool Stone Bridge

Highlight • Settlement

Withypool is a quiet village in the Barle valley with a distinct upland character. Along the banks of the River Barle grow the willow trees that give Withypool its name. …

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25.1 km

Withypool Tea Room

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welcome refreshment stop

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31.1 km

Exford Bridge Tea Rooms

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Brilliant little cyclist friendly cafe in Exford, a great stop-off point for rides both on and off road on Exmoor. It's really close to Dunkery Beacon, the highest point in …

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31.4 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

16.8 km

12.7 km

1.24 km

650 m

Surfaces

13.7 km

9.03 km

7.95 km

737 m

Elevation

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Highest point (440 m)

Lowest point (250 m)

Weather

Friday 22 May

21°C

11°C

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Wheal Eliza mine ruins – Withypool Stone Bridge loop from Exford

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