Circular Walk from Egloshayle to Dinham Bridge

Egloshayle to Dinham Bridge

A circular walk in the Allen Valley from Egloshayle though the broadleaf woodland alongside the River Allen past the mills of Hingham and Lemail, returning via the Celtic Three Holed Cross and the remains of Castle Killibury which from mediaeval Welsh texts is thought might be one of King Arthur's several castles.

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The walk follows the River Allen through the woods from Sladesbridge to Hingham Mill where the undershot waterwheel is still present. The route continues up the leat to meet the river at the weirs where Lemail Mill once stood. The walk continues to Dinham Bridge through the woods along the Allen Valley, carpeted with bluebells and wild garlic in spring. The route then climbs out of the valley, passing the ramparts remaining from the Celtic fortress known as Castle Killibury. Small lanes and farm tracks complete the circular route, via the three-holed cross, to Egloshayle.

Highlights

  • Riverside walk along the Allen Valley
  • Bluebells and autumn colours in the broadleaf woodland
  • Views over the Camel Estuary on the return route

Considerations

  • The route involves 2 crossings of the A39 and one of the A389. Expect fast traffic on these roads, and frequent traffic in busy holiday periods.

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Vital statistics

  • OS Explorer: 106,109
  • Distance: 6.1 miles/9.7 km
  • Steepness grade: Easy-moderate
  • Recommended footwear: Walking boots; wellies after prolonged wet weather
  • Pub: ✓

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  • The Earl of St Vincent

either as a GPS-guided walk with our app (£3.29) or a PDF of directions (£2.79) Example of directions

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