Dunkery Beacon

Updated: May 24, 2026
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Nearest Town:
Somerset
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Dog-Centric Details

Stile-Free Walk:
Yes
Poo Bins Available:
No
Secure/Fenced Area:
No
Dog Water Source:
No
Dog Notes:
Water Warnings: Be wary of mud due to streams at the start of the walk.
EV Charger Nearby:
No
Fuel Station Nearby:
No
Livestock Information:
No livestock reported.
Off-Leash Policy:
Off-lead walking generally permitted.
Height Restriction:
No
Printable Version:
Open & Print
Basic Walk Listing: This walk has not yet been fully reviewed by Dog Walks Near Me, so some details may still need checking. Please use local signage and your own judgement while we continue improving this listing.

Dunkery Beacon is a classic Exmoor walk with open moorland, a steady climb and wide-reaching views. This route heads up to the highest point on Exmoor and in Somerset, where a Bronze Age barrow adds a clear landmark at the summit.

The ground is currently noted as uneven, with trails, hills and some field sections. Streams near the start can leave the route muddy, so it is worth coming prepared for wet or boggy patches underfoot. There are no stiles currently noted for this route.

No livestock is currently noted for this route, but please check local signs and keep dogs under close control around fields or open land. Off-lead walking is currently noted as generally permitted, but please follow local signs and keep dogs close where needed. Parking is noted nearby, but please check local signage when you arrive.

Safety Disclaimer

Outdoor activities always involve an element of risk. Routes, terrain, surfaces, weather, access, livestock presence, water levels, and parking arrangements can change at any time, and path conditions may deteriorate without notice.

You are responsible for your own safety and for the safety, supervision, and wellbeing of your dogs, children, and anyone else with you. Please assess conditions for yourself before setting out and decide whether the walk is suitable for your group.

Dress appropriately for the conditions and bring suitable equipment, food, water, leads, navigation tools, and anything else needed for a safe outing. Trail Tails Ltd is not responsible for loss, damage, injury, incident, or any consequences arising from use of this information.

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