Porlock Pilgrim’s Trail

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    [title] => Arrival Day
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Check-in is available from 4pm. Enjoy a complimentary cream tea on arrival. Your walks leader will be at the bar area at 6:30pm to meet the group and give a short introduction to the trail before dinner.  
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    [title] => Porlock to Oare
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Distance: 8 miles (13km) 
Ascent: 1,950 feet (600m) 
This scenic walk takes us along the stunning Exmoor coast and through peaceful woodlands, connecting four historic churches steeped in heritage. We begin our journey at St Dubricius Church in the charming village of Porlock. This ancient church, with roots dating back to the 13th century, offers a peaceful start to the day. From Porlock the path leads through woodland and descends to the coastal hamlet of Porlock Weir. Here, St Nicolas church, a tin tabernacle, sits close to the sea, offering dramatic views over the area.  
The route continues along the South West Coast Path, weaving through ancient woodland, toward the secluded St Beuno’s Church at Culbone. Often cited as England’s smallest parish church, Culbone is only accessible to the public on foot. The final leg of the day takes us inland via The Coleridge Way to the remote St Mary’s Church in Oare - famously featured in R.D Blackmores novel Lorna Doone. The route follows an ancient farm track before ascending the ridge offering impressive views before descending into the peaceful Oare Valley
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    [title] => Oare to Stoke Pero
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Distance: 9.5 miles (15.5km) 
Ascent: 1,050 feet (320m) 
Starting in Oare, the path ascends steadily initially over fields but soon reaches the open moor. The ascent offers panoramic views across the moors and out to the coast – a worthwhile reward. The route continues across wild, open moorland, passing the now derelict Larkbarrow farmstead.  Here, we get a real sense of what the landscape looked like before it was tamed by man for farming. Eventually, the walk reaches Stoke Pero Church, one of the most isolated churches in England. With no electricity and perched high above sea level, the tiny church is surrounded by farmland and steep, wooded slopes offering a peaceful and timeless atmosphere that feels miles from anywhere. 
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    [title] => Stoke Pero to Porlock
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Distance: 11.5 miles (18.5km) 
Ascent: 1,400 feet (420m) 
Our final day begins back at Stoke Pero where we descend through steep valleys covered in ancient woodland to the sheltered valley of Luccombe where we’ll viist the 13th Century St Mary’s church. Continuing eastward through rolling farmland and quiet lanes to the hamlet of Tivington, we’ll stop by St Leonard’s Church. Adjoined to a cottage – it once had a connecting door – this little church, simple and serene, is a reminder of the area’s deep rural roots.  
After time to explore St Leonard's, the walk ascends gently towards the picturesque village of Selworthy, with its iconic whitewashed cottages. The elegant All Saints Church perched on a hill, offers unrivalled views across the Vale of Porlock and Porlock Bay. Descending through wooded paths, the route leads to Lynch Chapel of Ease, a quiet and contemplative 14th century chapel tucked away near an ancient farmstead. We end our pilgrimage journey at St Dubricius church, where this spiritual trail began. The return to this ancient church ties together a pilgrimage that has lasted for centuries, thanks to the region’s landscape and sacred spaces. 
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    [title] => Departure Day
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Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before making your way home. 
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