Arms Tor, Lydford, Dartmoor National Park
Arms Tor is a very easily accessible collection of outcrops on the western fringe of Dartmoor's north moor. It's just north of the distinctive Brat Tor (Bray Tor) topped by Widgery Cross and sits below the immensely impressive Great Links Tor. The Dartmoor Inn at Lydford is nearby so it's a great tor to visit before/after a pub lunch.
We've positioned Arms Tor on Google maps so zoom in on the 'Satellite' setting to see its location.
To visit for the first time, drive the A386 to Lydford. The Dartmoor Inn at Lydford is on the side of the road by the turning to the village. A lane north of the inn runs to a gate and spacious grass and gravel car parking area. Grass paths follow a farm wall to the River Lyd. Brat Tor (Bray Tor)/Widgery Cross rise in front of you. Arms Tor is a little to the left. Cross the water on the stepping stones or footbridge and wander up to Arms Tor.
If you're up for a slightly more difficult walk, continue to Great Links Tor from which the views are amazing. Drop down to Little Links Tor and walk back to Arms Tor before returning to the river and where you started.
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