Spring is just around the corner, and Toby the Dalmatian from Combe House Devon takes us on a walk from the old Shipping Canal in Exeter and to the Powerham Castle. This walk takes up to 3 hours, and is 2 – 6 miles long. It is an easy walk that won’t take too much out of you, with beautiful views of the canal, boats, and deer along the way. There is a pub at both ends which is sure to motivate you! Why not start off walk with a pint at the Dock Locks Pub (which …
It’s a new year and a new start to what will hopefully be a much improved year. The diet begins today and the exercise routine is in full swing. So why not start the fitness regimen and walk with Toby the Dalmatian from Combe House today? This month’s walk is from Topsham via the Goat Path and is a mere 1.5 miles. This hour walk is very varied and takes you into the picturesque town of Topsham which nestles on the banks of the River Exe between Exeter and Exmouth. And if you are adventurous …
It’s November, the first signs of winter are here, and Toby from Combe House is back one of his favourite walks. This time, Toby walks Branscombe to Beer along the South West Coastal Path. This very scenic walk is beautiful, but does require a reasonable level of fitness of both dog and walker. With the colder temperatures and steep climbs at both ends of the walk, this walk is not for the faint hearted or over exuberant dog. There are impressive drops which can make for a more dangerous course. If you are up for …
Toby the Dalmatian from COMBE HOUSE Hotel is taking us on another walk to the Bovey River on the edge of Dartmoor. This walk includes an old railway line adjacent to the refreshing river and a walk with lots of other furry friends to get involved with.
The Walk is 2 Miles (1 hour long) and is a relatively easy walk for most people and their beloved poochies.
1. From Combe, take the A30 towards Exeter. Then follow signs for the M5 South and then the A38 and Plymouth. Then after about 10 miles turn off, …
Autumn; the nights get shorter, the summer weather’s gone (if you can call it summer weather this year!) and suddenly everyone starts talking about your plans for Christmas. All this could be enough to make you a little downbeat during this season, however, there are plenty of reasons why you should be enjoying this time of year and perhaps even thinking about a holiday…
There really could be no better time to get out and enjoy the great outdoors than now. As the leaves clutter the pathways and the unmistakable smell of a fresh autumn morning fills your …
Toby the Dalmatian from Combe House, is back this week with his third walk near the beautiful Country House Hotel. This week he’s off to Harpford Common above Sidmouth!
1. From Combe, turn right at the bottom of the drive, and go up Parsonage Lane. When the road forks, take the turn and follow the lane until you meet the A375 and turn right towards Sidmouth. Then turn right again at Putt’s Corner, where the Hare and Hounds pub is. Drive straight along looking for a left turn signposted East Hill Strips and drive to the …
Our walking guide, Toby the Dalmatian from Combe House, is back this week with his third walk near the beautiful Country House Hotel. Check it out below!
Route 3 – Budleigh Salterton to Otterton Mill
1. From Combe, turn right at the bottom of the drive, and go up Parsonage Lane. When the road forks, take the right turn and follow the lane until you meet the A375 and turn right towards Sidmouth. At 5the bottom of the A375 turn right towards Exeter on the A3052. Once you have driven through Newton Poppleford, look out …
The Donkey Sanctuary near Sidmouth is a brilliant place to visit and with its dog-friendly approach, Toby, our walking guide and the resident Dalmatian at Combe House, near Honiton recommends it for you!
Once you’ve finished looking around the Donkey Sanctuary, Toby has provided us with a guide for his second walk in his series, down to Weston Mouth Beach!
2 miles, (1 hour). Difficulty: Challenging.
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Over at Combe House Toby, the Dalmatian, has been checking out some of the best walks in the area for dogs (and their owners!). Over the next few weeks, Toby’s going to be sharing some of these brilliant walks with everyone at stayindevon.co.uk!
Route 1 – Around Combe House and Gittisham
Difficulty; moderate. Distance; 2.5 miles (1 hour)
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It’s a bit of a hidden gem in that it is an effort to get to and a lot of locals haven’t even been but once you have been you will be raving about it to anyone that will listen!
We decided to take the plunge and have a day out at Lundy Island, owned by the National Trust, just off the coast of Bideford and it really was one of the best days out! The boat, The Oldenburg, leaves both Bideford and Ilfracombe Quays on different days so depending on where you are located it is …
