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High Willhayes Wander

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Overview

A moderate moorland walk at the leaders moderate pace from Meldon reservoir car park to High Willhayes and returning via Black a tor copse.

Wednesday, 20 August 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:
548.6m / 1800ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Toilets available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SX 56136 91776
Nearest postcode:
EX20 4LU
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Start time:
10:00 am

Meldon Dam car park Fee payable

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