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GRIMSPOUND, THE SCENIC WAY

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Overview

Shapley Common. Shapley Tor, Hookney Tor, Grimspound and return. The walk will explore the Bronze Age settlement of Grimspound, with many hut circles and a mystery cross.

We will probably visit a pub/café after the walk.

Please book with John Howell for the walk and state if interested in food after the walk.

In association with Dartmoor Preservation Association.

Saturday, 21 February 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
6.4km / 4.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

If you would like to join this walk, please notify the leader, preferably by email, so that they can inform you of any late changes to arrangements. Please also state if interested in food after the walk.

Starting point

Grid reference:
SX 69835 83459
Nearest postcode:
TQ13 8RL
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Start time:
10:00 am

Shapley Tor Car Park

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  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking
Join now for just £3.75 per month
Register for an account for FREE