Leg O'Mutton to Anderton Layby via Pew Tor - Ramblers

Tavistock Group

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Overview

A linear walk from Leg O'Mutton car park via Walkhampton, Huckworthy Bridge and Common, Sampford Spiney, Pew Tor, Shorts Down and Middlemoor.

Footpaths, lanes and moorland with ups and downs. Interesting local history and good views in fine weather.

If you're like to come on this walk, please book by text to walk leader.

Saturday, 21 March 2026

Meeting time:: 9:40 am
Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: linear

Park at Anderton Layby to catch the N0.1 Plymouth bus which leaves Tavistock bus station at 09.40. (09.45 from Anderton layby)

Please bring refreshments with you for a coffee stop and lunch stop.

Features

Accessible by public transport
Car parking available
Dog friendly

Meeting point

Grid reference:: SX 48916 72131
Nearest postcode:: PL19 9RA
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Meeting time:: 9:40 am

Anderton Layby

Starting point

Grid reference:: SX 51852 67891
Nearest postcode:: PL20 6FN
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Yelverton, Leg O Mutton car park

Finishing point

Grid reference:: SX 48887 72161
Nearest postcode:: PL19 9RA
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Estimated finish time:: 3:00 pm

Anderton Layby

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

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

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