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10 Dartmoor National Park
The old clapper bridge at Postbridge (Photo: © Dartmoor National Park Authority) The greatest area of wilderness left in southern England is also an area of enchanting wooded valleys and historic villages and towns. The remote granite tors and stunning open moorland offer wonderful opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts; but all who come to Dartmoor can experience its special qualities, whether this be exploring the riverside paths and tracks in the Dart and Teign Valleys, following forest paths in Bellever or taking gentle strolls to some of the many Bronze Age remains which can be found on Dartmoor. Two recreational bus services allow visitors to experience aspects of the area that may be missed by most car-borne visitors. The Sunday Transmoor Link 82 service crosses the heart of the moor between Plymouth, Moretonhampstead and Exeter. Linking in with this service are a series of self-guided walks which can be downloaded from the National Park Authority's website www.dartmoor-npa.gov.uk including one-way routes, meeting up with a later bus service. Three of these are audio walks (in MP3 format). These start at Postbridge, Princetown and Bellever, discovering aspects of the extraordinary cultural heritage of the moorland communities.
Country Bus 'Haytor Hoppa' (Photo: © Dartmoor National Park Authority) On Saturdays the 271 Haytor Hoppa rises from Newton Abbot onto the moor at Widecombe-in-the-Moor. The route circles some of the most spectacular and easily accessible tors, including Haytor and Hound Tor, giving ample opportunity to enjoy short walks to these viewpoints, explore the old granite tramway at Haytor or simply stroll along moorland paths, dropping down to Widecombe-in-the-Moor to enjoy a some refreshment at one of the local inns or cafes. www.dartmoor-npa.gov.uk Services and fares are subject to change. Some services are seasonal. Remember to always check bus times and days of operation before travelling. |
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