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Bell
Tor GR SX 730779back
With splendid views of the Webburn valley and Widecombe in the Moor,
Bell Tor is a classic. Evidence of tin streaming and thousands of
years of prehistoric occupation surround this easy to reach tor. Stream
section reveals soil profile and clitter, Schorl rock in stream bed.
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Bowermans
Nose
GR SX 742804
Sentinel of the east moor, Bowermans nose watches over the land
to the northwest and Easton Tor. Strong east-west and north-south
vertical joints form the twenty one and a half foot pile. Unique in
every way highly recommended. back
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Hay
Tor GR SX 7577
Hay Tor is the most accessible tor on the moor. With ample parking
it is very popular with holiday makers in the summer. However, it
is also one of the most geologically rewarding tors. Tor and Quarry
granite. Quarries and granite railway, archeologically fascinating. |
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Hound
Tor GR SX 739731
A classic example of a tor avenue. Weathering has weakened the central
section and erosion by ice age peri-glacial process has removed the
loose material forming clitter. Walk through the avenue to drop down
to the medieval farmstead. Don't miss,Hound
of the Basket Meals! Respect !
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Nutcrackers
GR SX 770814
Although not called a tor this huge granite rock should be!
One of the best viewpoints on the east moor, over looking Lustleigh
Cleave. The River Bovey far below cuts through woodland on its
journey to the Sea.
Tors visible from this point are Hay Tor and Hound Tor. As you walk
the ridge to Hunters Tor look out for Bowermans Nose.
The walk up from Lustleigh takes you through woodland scattered with
giant boulders of granite, marvel at the power of erosion which moved
them. A cave can be seen on the left of the path and with a little
imagination you can see prehistoric man living here. Circular walk
about 3 hours. |
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