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Tavistock Group

We are the Tavistock Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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

Overview

Through Belstone village past the Great Green to follow the river past Taw Marsh before ascending to Oke Tor. Moorland track to Knack Mine and the river crossing and uphill path to just below Hangingstone Hill. Across Watern Combe and another stream crossing to arrive at Watern Tor for lunch. Slow descent to cross the Walla Brook again before following an easy track to Hound Tor, Little Hound Tor and up to Cosdon Beacon. Then downhill on narrow paths and through the gorse to the bridge below Belstone and the steep climb back up to the village.

Sunday, 3 September 2023
Meeting time:
9:15 am
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
18.5km / 11.5mi
Ascent:
472.4m / 1550ft
Type:
circular

Moorland tracks and paths, some stony. Several stream crossings may mean the walk will be re-routed if wet weather beforehand. A few steady ascents and downhill from Cosdon back to Belstone. Refreshments available after in the village. Approx. 11.5 miles. Leader not at Pixon Lane. Booking by text to Walk leader.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available
  • Dog friendly
  • No Stiles

Meeting point

Grid reference:
SX 47999 73901
Nearest postcode:
PL19 9AZ
what3words:
quarrel.aura.fees
Meeting time:
9:15 am

Pixon Lane car park, Tavistock. for car sharing.

Starting point

Grid reference:
SX 62100 93801
Nearest postcode:
EX20 1RB
what3words:
waltzes.clarifies.brush
Start time:
10:00 am

Brennamoor car park on the outskirts of Belstone village.

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