Dartmoor & Coastal Walks 

 

DARTMOOR  DAYS WALKS PROGRAMME - 2026

Friday 23rd Jan – 10.00 – 2.30 pm – River Dart, Dr Blackhalls Driveway, Mel Tor & Sharp Tor.

Starting at Newbridge, ascend to Dr Blackall's Drive to enjoy views high above the River Dart. From Mel Tor, where well-formed Rock Basins may be seen, we then walk to Sharp Tor, the recent film location of Werwulf. We return via Pondsworthy cottages (and the splash!), Blackadon Down nature reserve and the lovely River Dart at Spitchwick.

Distance – 7.2 miles, Elevation 1372ft. Terrain: Moorland paths, country Lanes, forest paths and open moorland. Time: Minimum 3.45 hours of walking with plenty of stops and rest.

Level: Moderate

 

Friday 27th Feb – 10.00 – 2.30 pm – Badgers Holt, Corndon Down and Yartor

From Badgers Holt, walk part of the East Dart River to open moorland rich in history and intrigue. Taking in fine views from Corndon Down, visit Yar Tor and the distinctive Sharp Tor (filming site of Werwulf). On route visit various points of interest (that feature in John Haywood’s Dartmoor 365 book) such as the Coffin Stone (N13), the Money Pit (N14), as well as a WW1 Memorial Cross on Corndon Down.

Distance – 5.8 miles, Elevation 1077ft. Terrain: Moorland paths & open moorland. Time: Minimum 3 hours of walking with plenty of stops and rest.

Level: Moderate

 

Friday 27th March 10.00 – 2.30pm – Foggin Tor Quarry, Kings Tor, Merrivale Stone Rows, and Great Mis Tor

See evidence of Dartmoor throughout the ages with this varied walk to the NW of Princetown. From the SW slopes of Great Mis Tor see Pillow mounds, evidence of past rabbit farming and open-cast mining. At Great Mis Tor enjoy fabulous views before descending a main track back towards Foggin Tor quarry and Kings Tor. The walk completes with a visit to the Merivale Stone Rows and Cairns, where time is taken to sit and marvel at just how extraordinary they are.

Distance – 6.5 miles, Elevation 863ft Terrain: Moorland paths, tracks, disused railway line & open moorland. Time: Minimum 3hrs.10 minutes walking with plenty of stops and rest.

Level: Moderate

 

Friday 24th April 10.30 – 2.30 pm – 4 Tors, Buckland Beacon & The Ten Commandments Stone

Starting with fine moorland views from Saddle Tor, we walk via Hemsworth gate to Top Tor and Pil Tor, overlooking Foal's Arrishes Settlement. Crossing Blackslade Ford, we then cross Buckland Common to Buckland Beacon and the remarkable 10 Commandments Stone. Return via Rushslade Common and finally Rippon Tor, one of the highest points on this part of the moor, with cairns, evidence of tin mining and the half-finished cross.

Distance – 6.43 Miles, Elevation 967ft, Terrain: Open moorland, moorland paths, country road. Time: Minimum 4.14 hours of walking with plenty of stops and rest.

Level: Moderate 

 

Friday 15th May 10.00– 2.30 pm – Dittsworthy Warren Farm, Drizzlecombe Stone Row and Gutter Tor

Starting with fine views across the moor, with an easy ascent to the Trig point at Gutter Tor, cross Ringmoor Down to arrive at Legis Tor and Legistor Warren. Here we can see evidence of rabbit farming with Pillow mounds and even a vermin trap. Then, following the beautiful River Plym, we eventually arrive at the semi-ruined Dittsworthy Warren Farm with evidence of a dog pound and kennels set within the walls. Further down the valley, we eventually arrive at the remarkable Drizzlecombe Stone Row and a large cairn known as the Giants Basin. At Higher Hartor, we even see a crocodile-shaped rock. The return takes us past the large-scale tin mining ruins of Eyesbarrow down a main path with fine views of Sheep’s Tor

 

Distance – 5.9 miles, Elevation 780ft, Terrain: Moorland paths & open moorland. tracks Time: Minimum 3.50 hours of walking with plenty of stops and rest.

Level: Moderate 

 

Friday 12th June 10.00– 2.30 pm – Two Bridges, The Cowsic River, & The Beardown Man Standing Stone.  

From Two Bridges walk the beautiful Cowsic river, eventually arriving at a man-made leat passing through woodland to open moorland with fine views across the valley and Wistman’s Wood below. From here ascend to Beardown and Lydford Tors, and if ground conditions allow, strike out to the remote Beardown Man standing stone at Devils Tor. The return is via Rough Tor and the distinctive Crow Tor down the West Dart valley, and a visit to Wistman’s Wood.

Please note that if the ground is waterlogged, we will take an alternative low-level route.          

Distance – 7.33 Miles, Elevation 961 Terrain: Moorland paths & open moorland. Time: Minimum 4 hours, 42 minutes of walking with plenty of stops and rest.

Level: Challenging

 

Friday 31st July – 10.00 – 3.30 pm – The Stone Row at Hingstone Hill, Crazy Well Pool, tin working, Nuns Cross and Devon Port Leat  

From Norsworthy Bridge near Burrator this walk visits many fascinating sites across the moor. Initially passing through Norsworthy Plantation, and across Leather Tor Bridge, we quickly arrive at Crazy Well pool and the Devon Port Leat. The leat then leads us to Nuns Cross and Nuns Cross Farm. The return is via Down Tor, and the incredible Bronze Age Stone Row and circle at Hingstone Hill.

Distance – 5.74 miles, Elevation 695. Terrain: Moorland paths & open moorland. Time: Minimum 3 hours 38 mins of walking with plenty of stops and rest.

Level: Moderate 

 

Friday 21st August – 10.00 – 3.30 pm – Widgery Cross, Bleak House and the Rattlebrook Railway 

Starting near the Dartmoor Inn at Lydford, cross the River Lyn to Brat Tor and Widgery Cross, one of the tallest crosses on Dartmoor, built to commemorate the Golden Jubilee of Queen Victoria in 1887. Then, via Bleak House, ascend to Great Links Tor. We then follow the disused Rattlebrook Railway line to Great Nodden for more fabulous views. The return follows the path of a pretty river via Noden Gate. (Low visibility option on the day is to walk the West Devon Way, returning via the Granite Way)        

Distance – 6.89 miles, Elevation 1201 ft. Terrain: Moorland paths, railway Line & open moorland. Time: Minimum 3.3 hours of walking with plenty of stops and rest.

Level: Moderate 

 

Friday 4th Sept – 10.00 – 3.30 pm – Sheep’s Tor, Gutter Tor and Yellowmead Down Stone Circles.

Starting with an easy ascent and great views from Gutter Tor, cross Ringmoor Down to Portland Lane, the walk takes us to the charming Sheepstor village and church with it's unusual crosses, and unusual carving above the church porch. From Sheep’s Tor descend to one of Dartmoor’s gems, Yellowmead Down concentric stone circles.    

Distance – 4.28miles, Elevation 749fy. Terrain: Moorland paths & open moorland, minor road. Time: Minimum 2.10 hours of walking with plenty of stops and rest.

Level: Moderate 

 

Friday 16th Oct – 10.00 – 3.30 pm – Headland Warren Farm, Hookney Tor, Kings Tor & Grimspound and Golden Dagger Tin works.

Starting at Bennetts Cross, explore the moorland East of the Warren House Inn. This fascinating and varied walk includes the remarkable Grimspound, a Bronze Age triple stone row on Challacombe Down, various Tors, an Old Leat and the discussed Golden Dagger Tin works.

Distance – 7.4 miles, Elevation 1091ft. Terrain: Moorland paths & open moorland. Time: Minimum 3.5 hours of walking with plenty of stops and rest.

Level: Moderate 

 

Friday 13th Nov – 10.00 – 3.30 pm – Fingle Bridge, Hunters Path and Salmons Leap

Enjoy a late autumn walk through the stunning Teign Gorge. Starting at Fingle Bridge, walk the Hunters Path, with views high above the gorge, then on through Drewsteignton and Rectory Woods. After a break at the Salmons Leap, follow the River Teign to Charles and Hore Wood. Finally finishing the walk at the beautiful Fingle Bridge Inn.     

Distance – 7.14 miles, Elevation 1428ft. Terrain: Woodland and riverside paths. Time: Minimum 3.45 hours of walking with plenty of stops and rest.

Level: Moderate 

 

Friday 4th Dec – 10.00 – 1.30 pm – Haytor Vale, a Quarryman’s hut and refreshments at the Moorland Hotel  

As the days draw in, enjoy a short winter walk from the Moorland Hotel, Haytor. Stride out across Haytor down to Smallcombe Rocks, where we then join the Granite Tramway to visit a tinner's Hut near Howell Tor. Following the railway line, visit Haytor Quarry and the area around Haytor before returning to Moorland Hotel for lunch and refreshments.

Distance – 5.2 miles, Elevation 805 ft. Terrain: Moorland paths, granite railway line & open moorland. Time: Minimum 2.5 hours of walking with plenty of stops and rest.

Level: Moderate 

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To reserve a place, email fiona@nordicwalkingdevon.co.uk. Please make payment upon booking.  

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