We are the Tavistock Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
Sally P.
A walk that begins gently along quiet lanes and through woodland before opening out onto wide, wild moorland dotted with a few striking peaks.
This route is inspired by one from Dartmoor Again by F.H. Starkey, taking us from Zoar Common to Hill Bridge, through Cuddlipptown, White Tor, Langstone Moor, Lynch Tor, and on to Baggator Gate. Starkey, well-known for his books on Dartmoor’s history and landscapes, shares some interesting details along the way for those who’d like to learn more.
We’ll pause for a tea break by the River Tavy, then have lunch on the open moor with sweeping views all around of Dartmoor’s wild beauty.
Moderate to strenuous. The tracks are quite muddy and the open moorland can be bracing. Quite a lot of continuous uphill on the lanes and across uneven ground up to the summits where paths are rough or not evident. A couple of slightly awkward stiles.
We'll maintain a steady pace as daylight hours are getting shorter. Very exposed in places so bring usual Moorland weather gear.
Partly within Merrivale Firing area and firing times not published yet so I'll update nearer the time.
Please book by sending text to walk leader
Zoar (past Herndon) by single row of cottages. Park on the grass verges at sides of the narrow lane avoiding farm tracks and entrances. Car sharing encouraged.
