Things To Do near Peek Hill and Burrator Circular Walk

Meldon Woods Bluebell Circular Walk, Okehampton, Dartmoor National Park (approx. 14 miles away)

This is one of the most impressive stretches of bluebell woodland we've experienced in Dartmoor National Park. Roughly speaking, the bluebells are thick between Meldon Viaduct and the car parking area on the west side of the woods. We can't recommend this area highly enough to bluebell fans. Ther...

Meldon Quarry, Okehampton, Dartmoor National Park (approx. 14 miles away)

Spend time on Dartmoor and you'll come across a high number of disused quarries. Meldon Quarry near Okehampton was mothballed during the Great Recession triggered by the collapse of financial markets in 2007/8. The quarry provides ballast for railway trackbeds. It's private property so sta...

Throwleigh Common, Throwleigh, Dartmoor National Park (approx. 14 miles away)

Throwleigh is a village on the edge of Dartmoor National Park's north moor. Throwleigh Common is the name given to the moorland that rises above the village. Village and moor are separated by a narrow road. A rocky outcrop called Shilstone Tor is a great starting point from which to explore Throw...

Webber & Sons, Chagford, Dartmoor National Park (approx. 14 miles away)

Now closed. [There are two magnificent, labyrinthine shops side by side in the centre of the Chagford. As you stand facing the shops, James Bowden & Son Hardware & Moorland Centre is to the right and Webber & Sons to the left. Both seem to sell everything under the sun from outd...

Ring O' Bells, Chagford, Dartmoor National Park (approx. 14 miles away)

Local pub in the heart of Chagford Facing 'the Pepperpot' local landmark in Chagford square is the Ring O' Bells pub. Zoom in on the 'Satellite' setting of the accompanying Google map to see its location.   Things to do around the Ring O' Bells Pub 'Holiday in Da...

James Bowden & Son Hardware & Moorland Centre, Chagford, Dartmoor National Park (approx. 14 miles away)

If you enjoy shopping, make sure you visit both James Bowden & Son Hardware & Moorland Centre and Webber & Sons when you're on holiday in Dartmoor. Located next to one another in the centre of Chagford, both seem to sell everthing you'd ever need whilst visiting or living on the moor. W...

The Three Crowns Inn, Chagford, Dartmoor National Park (approx. 14 miles away)

One of Dartmoor's best inns in one of its finest locations Dartmoor has some great inns and pubs in which to base yourself for a holiday in the National Park. The Three Crowns Inn in Chagford is one of the best in one of the finest locations. Recently renovated, it's also a great spot for drinks,...

Cullever Steps Pool, Belstone, Dartmoor National Park (approx. 14 miles away)

Cullever Steps Pool is a small wild swimming pool on the East Okement River. It's just downstream of a river crossing point called Cullever Steps after which the pool is named. We've positioned Cullever Steps Pool on Google maps so zoom in on the 'Satellite' setting to see its location. To visit,...

The Globe Inn, Chagford, Dartmoor National Park (approx. 14 miles away)

Chagford inn The high moor above Chagford provides some of the best views and walking in Dartmoor National Park. Having explored this landscape, we'd recommend relaxing in one of Chagford's many pubs and cafes such as The Globe Inn.   Things to do around The Globe Inn 'Holiday in Da...

West Okement River, Okehampton, Dartmoor National Park (approx. 14 miles away)

Every Dartmoor obsessive takes a trip to Cranmere Pool. Located in a remote spot south of Okement Hill on the high north plateau in an area where many of Devon's most famous rivers rise, Cranmere Pool is essential visiting. Stand by Cranmere Pool's famous letterbox and you're also near the West Okem...

Week Down Cross, Chagford, Dartmoor National Park (approx. 14 miles away)

Week Down Cross is located at the top of Week Down on the outskirts of Chagford. Visit to see the distinctive, leaning cross and the views over the Chagford area to Dartmoor's north moor. We've positioned Week Down Cross on Google maps so zoom in on the 'Satellite' setting to...

Belstone Tor (Belstone Tors and Tors End), Belstone, Dartmoor National Park (approx. 14 miles away)

One of an amazing series of tors by Belstone on Dartmoor's north moor Belstone Tor (Belstone Tors and Tors End) is one of an amazing series of tors by the pretty moorland village Belstone on the fringe of Dartmoor's north moor. These tors sit on a broad ridge of moorland and run from Belston...

Haytor Down, Haytor Vale, Dartmoor National Park (approx. 14 miles away)

This is probably the most popular area of moorland in Dartmoor National Park. In high Summer, or after a good dumping of snow in Winter, its many car parking areas are rammed full with vehicles. Its popularity is partly owing to its location on the eastern side of Dartmoor near the large towns of So...

Chagford, Teign Gorge and Fingle Bridge Circular Walk, Chagford, Dartmoor National Park (approx. 14 miles away)

Start in the centre of Chagford. There's a large car park near the church. Buses run from Exeter if you are coming by train on a holiday or weekend break. Follow the main road (B3206) out of town. Pass the school on your left and you'll come to a fork in the road. Take the left fork, drop down to...

Week Down, Chagford, Dartmoor National Park (approx. 14 miles away)

Two hills rise above the popular Dartmoor gateway town Chagford. At 390 metres above sea level, Meldon Hill is the bigger. Nattadon Hill, whilst smaller, is topped with a fort. East of these hills is Week Down. The views from Week Down are superb. It's also where you'll see Week Down Cross. We've...