Fred, also known as the Walking Moonraker, has a passion for walking and being out in the countryside. Having been born in the small Wiltshire village where he still lives…
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Lowland Leader
I excited to share the news that I am now a qualified Mountain Training Association Lowland Walk Leader. Alongside this qualification I am have also gained a certificate in Outdoor…
Read MoreGuided Walks
I am now offering offering guided walks covering a range of distances to suit the capabilities of all walking enthusiasts. Short walks 3-5 miles These are gentle paced walks which…
Read MoreHillforts and a Trig Point on the Mendip Hills
Description:This walk on the Mendip Hills visits the attractive nature reserve of Burrington Ham with its Iron Age Hillfort. From there it crosses the B3134 before climbing to the stunning…
Read MoreThe Smallest Village in Wiltshire
Description:This walk goes over attractive sections of Cranborne Chase and visits Fifield Bavant, the smallest village in Wiltshire. There are good views of the Regimental Badges on Fovant Down and…
Read MoreIsle Brewers and Isle Abbotts
Description:This walk follows quiet country lanes and footpaths on the edge of the Somerset Levels. Starting at Curry Mallet it visits Isle Brewers and Isle Abbotts. Care should be taken…
Read MoreAround Braunton Burrows
Description:This walk goes around the Braunton Burrows, one of the largest network of sand dunes in the British Isles and follows the coastline to reach Saunton Sands. Most of the…
Read MoreSlapton Ley and Sands
Description:This walk goes along the beach at Slapton Sands to Torcross and around the Slapton Ley National Nature Reserve to reach the attractive village of Slapton before returning to the…
Read MoreAround Salcombe
Description:This walks follows footpaths and country lanes in a circular route from North Sands. After passing South Sands it goes inland and rejoins the South West Coastal Path near Snapes…
Read MoreAround Northam Burrows
Description:This is a short walk on part of the Northam Burrows Country Park. The country park is open access land but this walk follows clear a path besides a stream…
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