Discover one of Exmoor's wildest circular walks as Martin Hesp explores windswept Hawkridge, ancient woodland and the legendary Tarr Steps, weaving history, colourful characters and breathtaking scenery into an unforgettable four-mile adventure.

This delightful Exmoor walk combines ancient woodland, sweeping moorland views, a lost medieval settlement, red deer country and the enchanting East Water Valley beneath Dunkery Beacon. A perfect introduction to one of the most beautiful corners of Exmoor.

A BBC Radio 4 play about Exmoor writer Hope Bourne sparked memories of a remarkable encounter on the moors. This personal story reveals her fiercely independent life in a remote caravan, her outspoken views, and the extraordinary resilience that made her one of Britain’s most fascinating countryside voices.

A crisp winter day transformed Dunkery Beacon into one of Exmoor's most magical landscapes. This walk climbs Somerset's highest point through frost-covered moorland, offering far-reaching views, dramatic scenery and the quiet beauty that only winter can bring. A rewarding adventure for anyone who enjoys walking Exmoor in its wildest season.

A wonderful afternoon's hike frolm Minehead the the ancient village of Dunster

From the red-deer-haunted hills surrounding Dulverton to the medieval splendour of Dunster and the sheer maritime drama of Lynton and Lynmouth, Exmoor’s towns tell extraordinary stories. Journalist Martin Hesp takes a closer look at three famous West Country settlements, uncovering historical poachers, royal sieges, and heroic sea rescues along the way.

Rising high above the surrounding moorland, The Chains forms the vast, windswept roof of Exmoor National Park. Join veteran journalist Martin Hesp as he traverses this remote upland bog, tracing the secret source of the River Barle and uncovering the story behind John Knight’s man-made expanse at Pinkery Pond.

Tucked away beneath a canopy of oak woodland, the West Lyn River carves one of the most dramatic ravines in North Devon. Join veteran journalist Martin Hesp on a trek along this churning watercourse, following its swift journey from the high moors down through secret glens to meet the sea at Lynmouth.

A journey to one of the most sheltered spots in the West Country. Tucked away in the lee of Exmoor's highest hills, Porlock Vale and the village of Horner offer a haven of tranquility, a micro-climate, and a soporific atmosphere that's hard to resist.

In an era dominated by GPS and instant lookup, can true countryside mystery still exist? Martin Hesp revisits his father Peter’s legendary Secret Exmoor walks, uncovering a secluded ring of sunken trees deep in the high moors and reflecting on why some wild, beautiful places deserve to stay hidden.

Looking for one of the very best Exmoor walks? This spectacular circular route explores the twin villages of Lynton and Lynmouth before climbing through the Valley of Rocks to some of England's most dramatic coastal scenery, with breathtaking sea views, literary history and the famous water-powered Cliff Railway.

West of Dunkery Beacon lies a vast, primeval expanse that feels closer to the Russian steppes than southern England. Travel writer Martin Hesp leads a five-mile loop through this untouched wilderness—tracing John Knight's unfinished industrial canal, dropping into the remote moorland zone known as Beckham, and visiting the shell-blasted ruins of WWII-era Larkbarrow Farm.