What we’re about
Hello there, welcome to my women's walking community based in North Devon.
Wander Women is for any woman who loves to walk!
A friendly, relaxed group to enable women to get together and share their passion for walking, exploring the beautiful landscapes of North Devon with likeminded, inspiring, wonderful women.
The original idea came about as I love walking and being in nature and the outdoors; it's such a source of strength and joy, it's like an elixir. I never stop feeling grateful for living in beautiful North Devon, even after all the years I have lived here it is still breathtaking and awe inspiring to me.
However, it sometimes felt as though there was a barrier to doing this. I wanted to explore some more remote areas of the coast paths but I did not feel safe doing so alone and I knew of other women who felt the same. I wanted to create a supportive, uplifting, empowering community for women to walk together in safety and companionship.
I love the power of the conversations and connections you can make when walking with others - nothing beats beautiful scenery, an energising walk and putting the world to rights!
My walks provide a safe space to have fun, appreciate nature, boost wellbeing and explore together with the aim of fostering connection and friendships. They are not designed to be timed or about being the best/ fastest walker. You don't need to be an advanced level walker you just need to love walking! The emphasis is on wandering together, taking time to observe nature, enjoying each others company and the sense of freedom from being outdoors. There will be tea breaks and coffee stops, time for taking photos, picnics and conversation.
You may want to improve your fitness, explore footpaths and areas you would not have felt comfortable walking alone, meet other North Devon based women, have some 'me time' away from family, caring or work commitments, boost your wellbeing, make new friendships or enjoy some human connection away from the work from home online bubble.
Wander Women is for every woman - No matter your age, where you come from or what you do for a living. If you love walking and fancy some company then this is the group for you!
Routes vary from coastal paths, woodland trails, riverside towpaths and moorland ways which we are so lucky to have in such abundance in the North Devon area.
You can come along to a regular weekend walk, with evening walks planned for the summer months.
There's no kit list or dress code please wear what you want - it just needs to be weather appropriate and comfortable.
Walks are graded easy, moderate or challenging - anyone is welcome to join. Please check the route and event details to assess if it suits your fitness level and interests.
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Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Instow - Isley Marsh Walk & Christmas Makers & Bakers MarketNorth Devon Cricket Club, Instow
Saturday 23rd November 10am. Instow - Isley Marsh Walk & Christmas Makers & Bakers Market
A gentle, slower paced walk starting at Instow and heading along the Tarka Trail to Yelland and then taking the coast path past Isley Marsh Nature Reserve. Heading back to Instow along the coast path enjoying beautiful views of the Taw / Torridge Estuary and Appledore. Option to visit the Christmas Makers and Bakers Market at Instow Village Hall at the end of the walk for some festive shopping, coffee and cake.
More information about the Christmas Makers and Bakers Market is here Instow Makers & Bakers Christmas Market
Meet at the Instow Sandhills car park at 10am.
Start/ Finish: Instow Sandhills car park EX39 4LF
Distance: 3.4 miles (5.6km)
Route type: Circular
Grade: Easy
Terrain: Coast path, footpaths and Tarka Trail. Mostly even and flat. Some muddy patches in wet weather.
Toilets: Next to Marine Parade car park Instow.
Parking: Various Instow car parking (please check individual sites for restrictions and charges).Please wear weather/ ground conditions appropriate clothing/ footwear and bring snacks/ drinks.
Anyone attending this informal walk does so as a solo identity and has full responsibility for their own wellbeing, which includes health wellbeing and personal welfare.
- Five Barrows Hill - Lyddicombe Bottom Exmoor WalkNeeds location
Sunday 24th November 2024 10am. Five Barrows Hill – Lyddicombe Bottom Exmoor Walk
A beautiful walk through countryside on the edge of Exmoor enjoying stunning high level views towards Dartmoor, west Devon and Somerset. Starting on the road next to Five Barrows Hill and taking lanes and footpaths to descend past Span Head to North Heasley. Then taking a bridleway to climb Lyddicombe Bottom and circle Western Common before returning to the car parking area.
Please click this link for a route map Five Barrows Hill - Lyddicombe Bottom
Meet at parking area on road between Comerslade and Five Barrows Hill.
Start/ Finish: Comerslade/ Five Barrows Hill parking layby what3words ///stockpile.blitz.outnumber
Distance: 7.8 miles (12.6km)
Route type: Circular
Grade: Challenging
Terrain: Countryside lanes, footpaths and bridleways. Some sections of steep ascent/ descent. Footpaths can be muddy in prolonged periods of wet weather. Several stiles.
Toilets: None
Parking: Comerslade/ Five Barrows Hill parking laybyPlease wear weather/ ground conditions appropriate clothing/ footwear and bring snacks/ drinks.
Anyone attending this informal walk does so as a solo identity and has full responsibility for their own wellbeing, which includes health wellbeing and personal welfare.
- River Caen & Braunton Down Walk, Brunch & Christmas MarketBraunton Countryside Centre, Braunton
Saturday 7th December 2024 10am. River Caen & Braunton Down Walk, Brunch & Christmas Market.
A gentle walk through the river Caen valley and countryside surrounding Braunton. Starting at Velator Quay and taking footpaths along the river Caen. Then following countryside lanes to head out of Braunton, before looping back to cross Braunton Down enjoying beautiful views of the coast and River Taw & Torridge estuary. Then descending to return to Braunton through Wrafton. Option to stay for brunch at the Worx at the end of the walk (first come first served as no pre booking available. There are other options and plenty of food stalls as an alternative if needed) and explore the North Devon Christmas Market which starts at 12pm.
Please click this link for a route map River Caen & Braunton Down
Meet outside Braunton Countryside Centre at 10am.
Start/ Finish: Braunton Countryside Centre EX33 1AA.
Distance: 4 miles (6.3km)
Route type: Circular
Grade: Moderate
Terrain: Public footpaths, woodland trails, and countryside lanes. Can be very muddy in places in damp weather. Some ascent/ descent and steps. Several stiles.
Toilets: Caen Street Car Park.
Parking: Various car parks & on street car parking available in Braunton. Please note Caen Street car park will be closed for the Christmas Market.Please wear weather/ ground conditions appropriate clothing/ footwear and bring snacks/drinks.
Anyone attending this informal event does so as a solo identity and has full responsibility for their own wellbeing, which includes health wellbeing and personal welfare.