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Meldon, Black a Tor Copse & Black Tor

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Overview

From Meldon quarry the walk takes us alongside Meldon Reservoir, along the West Okement river to Black a Tor copse, where we stop for a coffee break. Steep uphill climb to Black Tor, then back to start over Longstone Hill.

Rough paths, ups and downs. 

Wednesday, 9 July 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
9.7km / 6.0mi
Ascent:
274.3m / 900ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Car parking available
  • No Stiles

Starting point

Grid reference:
SX 56700 92101
Nearest postcode:
EX20 4LT
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sobered.typist.scornful
Start time:
10:00 am

Meldon Quarry car park. Take lane opposite Betty Cottles pub

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