**Just 40 Minutes from Lurley Manor in Mid Devon – Discover the Ancient Tarr Steps!**
- Ruth Parker
- May 21
- 1 min read
**Just 40 Minutes from Lurley Manor in Mid Devon – Discover the Ancient Tarr Steps!**
You won’t believe how old this bridge might be… Hidden deep in the heart of Exmoor National Park, **Tarr Steps** is one of Britain’s most mysterious ancient landmarks—and it could be the **oldest clapper bridge in the country**, dating back over **3,000 years** to the Bronze Age!
This incredible **55-metre-long bridge** is built entirely from massive stone slabs, carefully balanced across the River Barle **without a single drop of mortar or cement**. How did they do it? That’s just part of the magic—along with the eerie legend that the **Devil himself built it** (and still sunbathes on the stones!).
### Why Visit?
✔ **Step back in time** – Walk across a bridge that may have been used for millennia.
✔ **Stunning riverside walks** – Explore Exmoor’s wild beauty with short scenic trails.
✔ **Perfect photo spot** – One of the most unique and picturesque locations in the West Country.
✔ **Free facilities** – Public toilets and picnic areas available.
**Pro Tip:** Arrive **early** in summer—this place gets busy! Parking is limited, so plan ahead.
### Make It a Getaway!
After exploring Tarr Steps, retreat to the **luxurious 2-bed Annexe in the West Wing of Lurley Manor**—your perfect base for adventure and relaxation.
📅 **Book now for a blissful stay at LurleyHideaways.co.uk – where history meets luxury!
📍 **Tarr Steps, Exmoor** – A timeless wonder just waiting to be discovered.

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