Landkey, South Molton

Landkey is a quiet rural village in mid-Devon, situated between South Molton and Barnstaple in an area of rolling farmland. The village serves as a stopping point for walkers and cyclists exploring the Tarka Trail, a 180-mile circular route that follows the path of the fictional character Tarka the Otter through Devon's countryside and coastline.

The village itself is small but picturesque, with stone cottages and rural charm typical of North Devon's uplands. Visitors often pass through while cycling or walking the Tarka Trail, or while exploring the quieter lanes between South Molton and Barnstaple. The surrounding countryside offers access to Exmoor's edges, with opportunities for rambling and nature spotting in an undisturbed agricultural landscape.

Landkey represents the pastoral heart of the South Molton to Barnstaple journey, providing a rural contrast to the market towns at either end of the route. For those seeking authentic Devon countryside without major attractions or facilities, the village offers a genuine taste of working farm country.