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Discovered their way of life, a life without modern day gadgets. The route takes us out of Postbridge to the north-west over Hartland Tor, where there are views westward across the river to the prehistoric burial mound called Roundypark, which we will be passing through on the return leg of the journey. DARTMOOR WALKS & ELECTRIC BIKES: Explore Dartmoor National Park on foot or on a top-quality electric bike-- or both.We offer guided tours, designed to suit you, that start from a variety of locations on Dartmoor and last a full or half day.. COVID-19 UPDATE: Groups of up to 6 are now permitted to walk together, maintaining a safe distance between members of different households. Fingle Gorge.
Discover the landscape that inspired Michael Morpurgo’s War Horse with this four-mile walk from Gutter Tor to Higher Hartor Tor in Dartmoor National Park.Stretching for 1½ miles, the steep-sided Lydford Gorge is a spectacular chasm in the hills.
Enjoy a great family/group day out at Bellever to experience the wonders of Dartmoor – flora, fauna, history, archaeology, wildlife – and especially ponies! Dartmoor National Park is the area within the Datrmoor National Park boundary.
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On the broad summit, among the multitude of rocks and clitter, there are stone structures which were originally assumed to be an iron age hillfort but are more likely a neolithic enclosure – the uncertainty adds to the mystery. It is a perfect opportunity for participants to get fit and learn about Dartmoor's archaeology, flora and fauna, whilst carrying out important work to manage this very special site.Bellever through time walk – Thurs 6th Aug, Mon 10th Aug, Wed 19th Aug, Fri 28th AugIf you cannot make these dates, there may well be other themed walks being planned in the future, so do email us at Thank you to everyone who supports us; our ponies are happy at Bellever and we are able to keep an eye on them; the ponies that are usually at Parke are having a great time on their 'holiday farm' up near Widecombe! It’s wonderful to explore the layers of history to be found on Dartmoor, a true palimpsest.Explore the mysterious remains with a walk from Great Staple Tor to White Tor.The River Teign tumbles off windswept moors, swirling and carving through a spectacular gorge overhung with crooked oaks and beeches. Just how did they survived, find out on this walk. We feel we've learnt a lot and had a lot of fun.Please come and help us look after this wonderful area - BOOKINGS BEING TAKEN NOW!The Dartmoor Pony Heritage Trust (Registered Charity No. Dartmoor (in Devon) is where Martin grew up and began his love affair with wild places… TV SHOW Will look find some Dartmoor Letterboxes and learn about the ponies.Meeting Point: Bellever Forest at Postbridge car park (SX646 788) Not the visitor centre car park but across the road in the woods.
It's also within walking distance of top visitor destinations like Burrator Reservoir. One of the best ways to explore Dartmoor is by using its impressive network of footpaths.Climb from the placid waters of Venford Reservoir to a grand vista overlooking the hills and valleys of Dartmoor National Park – it’s the perfect place to spread out your picnic blanket before returning via charming waterfalls.Wistman’s Wood is an easy walk on a waymarked path in the middle of the park. Free Guided Walks at Bellever with our qualified Moorland Guides.If you cannot make these dates but would like to go on a walk looking for rocks, letterboxes or to learn about the area and you can gather 6+ people, then we may be able to arrange another date so please contact Paul.Please book with Paul Rendell via paul.dartmoor@gmail.comPlease book with Paul Rendell via paul.dartmoor@gmail.comI write to thank you for providing Hartpury College degree students with a very informative tour of the moors . Creep beneath the trees’ lichen-covered boughs in a woodland that has remained unspoilt for hundreds of years.Rich in history and legend, Dartmoor National Park offers an exhilarating challenge for walkers and some of the most dramatic views in England, including this one from the summit of Sharpitor looking down towards Burrator Reservoir.White (pronounced Whit) Tor, which stands above the Tavy valley, offers a spectacular vantage point.
Start at 10am.