Upcoming Walks

Torbay Rambling Club Walks Programme – Upcoming Walks

All members are advised to follow the Club’s Safe Rambling Code

For information about our system of walks gradings click Walks Gradings


DateSat Oct 5th
WalkDawlish, Dawlish Warren, Cockwood, Cofton and return
Distance / Grade7.5m / Moderate
StartDawlish railway station @ 10.30
Walk Leader / ContactAngela S / 07719 770027
NotesThis walk is jointly led by Angela S & Susie C. There is some road walking in quiet lanes and one section on a joint cycle and pedestrian path. One steep climb through the woods which could be slippery after rain. Poles advised
DateSun Oct 6th
WalkBatsworthy Common, Scorhill Down, Gartavernford, Watern Tor.
Distance / Grade8m / Moderate
StartGrid reference: SX 661 865 Batsworthy Common for 10:30am. See below.
Walk Leader / ContactGail J / 07909 763830
NotesCar share possible at Osborne Street Newton Abbot for 09:15am. Good footwear and poles recommended. A good level of fitness is required.
DateWed Oct 9th
WalkYarner Wood and surrounding areas
Distance / Grade6.5m / Moderate
StartHaytor visitor centre car park, fee paying at 11.00am
Walk Leader / ContactPaul H / 07436 429187
NotesPretty nature area
DateSat Oct 12th
WalkCoast path from Torquay to Oddicombe beach and return via inland route
Distance / Grade8.5m / Moderate
StartClock tower Torquay harbour @ 10.30
Walk Leader / ContactPaul H / 07436 429187
NotesSome uneven ascents and descents which could be muddy after rain. Walking poles advised. We will be using the cliff railway up (£2.75). Members can shorten the walk by bus from Babbacombe but it is hoped that most will return along the interesting inland route via Ilsham woods.
DateSun Oct 13th
WalkEast Prawle Circular: South West Coast path Woodcombe, Prawle Point to Gammon head.
Distance / Grade7m / Moderate
StartMeet at the start of the walk the village green car park for 10:30am. TQ7 2BY.
Walk Leader / ContactPaul H / 07436 429187
NotesA good level of fitness is required. Walk will be done at a reasonable pace. Opportunity to walk in South Hams. Car share possible at Babbage Road Totnes at 09:15am. The village green refers to east Prawle.
DateWed Oct 16th
WalkNewton Abbot, West Ogwell, Denbury, East Ogwell,
Distance / Grade8m / Moderate
StartOutside Asda Newton Abbot at 11.00am
Walk Leader / ContactHelen U / 07973 671134
NotesPossible livestock, route to avoid flooded lanes