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 - Yelland Coast & Countryside WalkGlorious Oyster Instow, Bideford
Saturday 10th May 2025 10am. Instow – Yelland Coast & Countryside Walk
A varied walk around the coast and countryside surrounding Instow incorporating the coast path, surrounding hills and beach, enjoying beautiful views of the Taw / Torridge Estuary and Appledore. Starting at Instow heading along the coast path and then taking footpaths to reach West Yelland Farm. Then following countryside lanes before descending across fields to returning to Instow returning to the car park along the beach.Option to stay for coffee/drinks at the Instow Arms after the walk.
Please click this link for a route map Instow - Yelland Coast & Countryside
Meet at the Instow Sandhills Car Park at 10am.
Start/ Finish: Instow Sandhills Car Park EX39 4LF
Distance: 4.7 miles (7.7km)
Route type: Circular
Grade: Moderate
Terrain: Countryside lanes, footpaths, beach and Tarka Trail. Some muddy patches in wet weather especially sections crossing fields and lane from West Yelland Farm. Some stretches of ascent/ descent. Walking on beach/ soft sand can be more strenuous. Several stiles.
Toilets: Next to Marine Parade car park & entrance to Sandhills 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.
- Lee Bay Borough Woods & Coast WalkThe Yoga Barn, Ilfracombe
Sunday 11th May 2025 10am. Lee Bay Borough Woods & Coast Walk
A beautiful spring walk through the ancient woodland of Borough Woods enjoying stunning high-level countryside and coastal views. Starting in the car park and taking footpaths across the surrounding countryside through Lincombe to reach the southwest coast path, before returning to Lee Bay along cliffs and countryside lanes. Then climbing through Borough Woods to return to the car park.
Please click this link for a route map Lee Bay Borough Woods & Coast Walk
Meet at Lee Bridge Car Park (on Tarka Trail) at 10am.
Start/ Finish: Lee Bridge Car Park what3words ref ///stored.grief.alert
Distance: 6 miles (9.6km)
Route type: Circular
Grade: Moderate to challenging
Terrain: Public footpaths, woodland trails, and coast path. Can be very wet and muddy in damp weather through the woodland. Many stretches of ascent/ descent.
Toilets: Lee Bay.
Parking: Lee Bridge Car Park (free - on Tarka Trail please car share as parking spaces are limited)Please wear weather/ ground conditions appropriate clothing/ footwear and bring a packed lunch/ 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.
