Explore North Devon's breathtaking countryside: walking adventures at The Collective at Woolsery

In the heart of North Devon's wild and rugged countryside, The Collective at Woolsery is the perfect base from which to embark on a walking holiday. Dramatic coastal walks on the South West Coast Path and a plethora of peaceful village strolls combined with staying and eating at this beautiful place make this an outstanding location for an active break. In autumn and winter this remote and often overlooked corner of North Devon offers a truly elemental escape, with winds sweeping in from the Atlantic and nature’s raw beauty on display and whether you’re a seasoned  hiker or novice explorer you’ll feel humbled and inspired by its beauty.After a day of exploring, The Collective at Woolsery promises to cocoon you in utter luxury in its stunning rooms and cottages, with incredible food served at its pub, The Farmers Arms, ensuring a truly rejuvenating experience. Some of the rooms and suites are reminiscent of a bygone era offering a warm embrace of nostalgia, while its renovated cottages provide luxurious and inviting spaces, brimming with warmth and intrigue.The Farmers Arms is led by executive chef Ian Webber who has  redefined farm-to-fork eating. With much of the food raised, grazed and grown at The Collective at Woolsery’s organic Birch Farm, it's a true collaboration between farmer, chef, and gardener, delivering menus that celebrate authentic plot-to-plate dining with an artful British touch. Fresh, locally sourced ingredients are expertly crafted into dishes that highlight the region's rich gastronomic heritage, and a commitment to sustainability extends to its thoughtfully curated selection of local wines, craft beers, and artisanal spirits. There are a myriad of  footpaths and green lanes around Woolsery village to explore. Just a few miles away, and within walking distance for seasoned hikers,  the South West Coast Path, within the North Devon Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offers a breathtaking landscape of wild coastal cliffs, spectacular waterfalls, rocky coves, sand dunes,  beaches, wooded combes and valleys with sheltering villages.  There are variety of walks to choose from, and  guests can customise their walking itinerary to suit their preferences and fitness levels. A typical break might be as follows: Day 1: Woolsery  Familiarise yourself with the village of Woolsery, and North Devon, by completing 2 walks - one before lunch at The Farmers Arms, and one after. These walks vary in length, between 1 mile and 4.5 miles. Details are here. Day 2: Bucks Mill Exploration  Embark on the walk from Bucks Mill. The start point is ten minutes from The Collective at Woolsery. You’ll encounter lonely, remote, dramatic, sweeping stretches of coastline during this six mile hike. A detailed route is here. Day 3: Hartland Peninsula  Try the Hartland Peninsula walk, the start and return points are Hartland Quay, 6 miles from Woolsery. This is a challenging, roller coaster 5.8m walk heading north from Hartland Quay to Hartland Point, above a stretch of coastline notorious for the extensive catalogue of shipwrecks on its deadly rocks. There are several stretches of steep gradients in both directions, as well as lengthy flights of steps and several stiles. Details can be found here. Day 4: Tranquil Beauty at Brownsham to Blackchurch Rock  For a more leisurely day, choose the Brownsham to Blackchurch Rock circular walk with  peaceful woodland trails and breathtaking coastal views.  Details are here.