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High Willhays the long way

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Overview

Starting from Belstone village car park. Visiting Belstone Tor, Oke Tor, OP15, Dinger Tor, Fordsland Ledge, High Willhays, the military railway, Culliver Steps, Scary Tor. This a typical north moor includes some steep climbs, military tracks and rough ground. With fantastic views on a good day.

 

 

Wednesday, 21 May 2025
Start time:
9:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:45 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
17.7km / 11.0mi
Ascent:
641m / 2103ft
Type:
circular

Car park is free 

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SX 62112 93802
Nearest postcode:
EX20 1RB
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Start time:
9:30 am

Belstone car park just before the village on your left hand side

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