Dartmoor National Park is one of England’s most distinctive walking
landscapes, known for its dramatic granite tors, open moorland and
ancient archaeological sites scattered across the wild Devon
countryside. From sweeping high moors and deep wooded valleys to
prehistoric stone circles and remote rivers, Dartmoor offers walkers a
landscape rich in history, wildlife and far-reaching views. This
comprehensive Cicerone guidebook to walking on Dartmoor provides 39
varied day walks across the national park, plus a challenging two-day
version of the famous Ten Tors Challenge. Written by experienced
guidebook author Steve Davison, it combines clear route descriptions
with practical planning advice, making it an ideal companion for
discovering the best of Dartmoor on foot. 39 day walks across Dartmoor
National Park, ranging from 7–19km (4 to 12 miles), exploring
landscapes from the granite tors of the high moor to the wooded
valleys, reservoirs and historic villages of the Devon moorland A
2-day, 58km (36-mile) route inspired by the famous Ten Tors Challenge
for those seeking a longer moorland challenge Step-by-step route
instructions with 1:50,000 Ordnance Survey maps and downloadable GPX
files, perfect for navigating granite tors, open heaths, and secluded
valleys Detailed insights into local geology, wildlife, and
archaeology, including tors, stone rows, stone circles, and Bronze Age
settlements Practical information on parking, public transport, and
refreshment stops, covering key access points such as Tavistock,
Ivybridge, and Okehampton From the granite tors of Yes Tor and High
Willhays to ancient stone circles and quiet wooded valleys, the
landscapes of Dartmoor and the Devon uplands offer some of the most
atmospheric walking in southern England. With this guidebook in your
pack, you can confidently plan your walks, uncover hidden corners of
the moor, and experience the timeless beauty of Devon on foot.
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40 Walks in Dartmoor National Park including a Ten Tors walk
Produktdetaljer
ISBN
9781783629664
Publisert
2023
Utgiver
Cicerone Press Ltd
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Digital bok
Forfatter