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Combe Martin & Great Hangman loop — Exmoor National Park

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Combe Martin & Great Hangman loop — Exmoor National Park

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Combe Martin & Great Hangman loop — Exmoor National Park

02:37

8.58km

300m

Hiking

The Combe Martin & Great Hangman loop offers a challenging yet rewarding hike through Exmoor National Park, covering 5.3 miles (8.6 km) with a significant 994 feet (303 metres) of elevation gain. This moderate route takes about 2 hours and 37 minutes to complete, leading you along the South West…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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North Devon AONB

Exmoor National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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377 m

Combe Martin Beach

Highlight • Beach

Combe Martin Beach is set in a picturesque location just below the village. It’s surrounded by some of the highest sea cliffs in England and is designated as an Area …

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2.17 km

Little Hangman

Highlight • Natural Monument

Little Hangman is one of the main prominent landmarks in the area, along with its 'big brother' The Great Hangman. One way to explain its name is likely the local …

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3.92 km

Great Hangman

Highlight • Summit

Great Hangman, at 1,043 feet (318 m), is one of the highest points on the Devon coastline. From this point, you are afforded spectacular views over the cliffs and beyond. …

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8.58 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.55 km

2.89 km

831 m

564 m

445 m

235 m

Surfaces

6.67 km

913 m

692 m

235 m

Elevation

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Highest point (310 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

Weather

Thursday 9 July

29°C

16°C

4 %

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Comments

June 14, 2024,Combe Martin & Great Hangman

Following the SW coastal path from Combe Martin up hill heading for Little Hangman hill. Summit is just off the coastal path. Rejoin path & head up to Great Hangman hill with views all around. Turn right from the coast path at a crossroads heading inland following the signed paths back to Combe Martin.

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Combe Martin & Great Hangman loop — Exmoor National Park

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Little Hangman

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