Chalet

Visitor information

Conifer woodland on the edge of Exeter

Part of Haldon Forest, Chalet has a range of forest paths for you to explore. Enjoy mixed habitats of gorse and heath among the conifer and broadleaf trees.

Chalet is part of the Haldon Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) due to the diversity of plant and animal life here. Bring your binoculars and see what you can spot.

At a glance

  • Walking
  • Dogs welcome

Things to do

Walking at Chalet

Walking is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of the area's most beautiful landscapes.

Chalet has a range of walking paths, gravel forest roads, and some unsurfaced paths through forest and open heath. Take your binoculars and see what you can spot in the Haldon Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI).

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Sunlight shining through woodland scenery

Kenton Common

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Horse riding on gravel tracks

Harcombe

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Panorama of a forest with heathland foreground

Dawlish Waterworks

With a variety of trees, beautiful scenery and gravel paths, Dawlish Waterworks provides the perfect setting for an adventure. Keep your eyes and ears sharp as there are lots of opportunities for nature watching. 

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Panoramic view from Mamhead towards the Exe Estuary

Mamhead

Just five minutes from both the A38 and A380, Mamhead is a perfect sanctuary for a dog walk, family stroll, or just to enjoy some peace. 

Make up your own route or choose from two waymarked walks to be rewarded with breathtaking views over the Exe estuary and along to the Jurassic Coast.

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