Filleigh – River Bray – Triumphal Arch Walk

Saturday 4th April 2026 10am. Filleigh – River Bray – Triumphal Arch Walk

A gentle walk through the countryside surrounding Filleigh enjoying views of the Castle Hill estate, the Holwell Temple and Triumphal Arch monument. Starting at the Sawmills car park and walking along the river Bray to Shallowford then following countryside lanes to loop back along the edge of the Castle Hill estate. Next taking a footpath to walk across fields and through woodland to reach Long Walk Drive and then to the Holwell Temple and the Triumphal Arch before returning to the car park.

Meet at Filleigh Sawmills Car Park at 10am.

Start/ Finish: Filleigh Sawmills Car Park EX32 0RN (nearest postcode please use what3words for accurate location) What3words ref: ///trading.slowly.custodial
Distance: 4.3 miles (7km)
Route type: River Bray section - circular. Triumphal Arch section - out and back.
Grade: Moderate.
Terrain: Public footpaths, bridleways, and tarmac roads. Footpaths be wet and muddy in damp weather. Short sections of ascent/ descent. Stile. Possibility of livestock in field.
Toilets: None.
Parking: Filleigh Sawmills car park (free) please car share where possible as limited parking spaces available.
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.