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Walking on Dartmoor
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- Book Synopsis
- Dartmoor National Park is one of England's most distinctive walking landscapes, known for its dramatic granite tors, open moorland and ancient archaeological sites scattered across the wild Devon countryside. From sweeping high moors and deep wooded valleys to prehistoric stone circles and remote rivers, Dartmoor offers walkers a landscape rich in history, wildlife and far-reaching views.This comprehensive Cicerone guidebook to walking on Dartmoor provides 39 varied day walks across the national park, plus a challenging two-day version of the famous Ten Tors Challenge. Written by experienced guidebook author Steve Davison, it combines clear route descriptions with practical planning advice, making it an ideal companion for discovering the best of Dartmoor on foot.39 day walks across Dartmoor National Park, ranging from 7-19km (4 to 12 miles), exploring landscapes from the granite tors of the high moor to the wooded valleys, reservoirs and historic villages of the Devon moorlandA 2-day, 58km (36-mile) route inspired by the famous Ten Tors Challenge for those seeking a longer moorland challengeStep-by-step route instructions with 1:50,000 Ordnance Survey maps and downloadable GPX files, perfect for navigating granite tors, open heaths, and secluded valleysDetailed insights into local geology, wildlife, and archaeology, including tors, stone rows, stone circles, and Bronze Age settlementsPractical information on parking, public transport, and refreshment stops, covering key access points such as Tavistock, Ivybridge, and OkehamptonFrom the granite tors of Yes Tor and High Willhays to ancient stone circles and quiet wooded valleys, the landscapes of Dartmoor and the Devon uplands offer some of the most atmospheric walking in southern England. With this guidebook in your pack, you can confidently plan your walks, uncover hidden corners of the moor, and experience the timeless beauty of Devon on foot.
- About The Author
- Steve Davison is a writer and photographer who has written a number of books, including several guidebooks published by Cicerone. He has also written articles for a range of outdoor magazines and other publications. A keen hill walker for most of his life, with interests in nature, geology and the countryside, Steve is a qualified Mountain Leader and has also previously worked as a part-time outdoor education instructor. He is a member of the Outdoor Writers and Photographers Guild. Find out more about him at www.stevedavison.co.uk.
- Product Details
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- ISBN
- 9781786311085
- Format
- Paperback
- Publisher
- Cicerone Press, (14 April 2023)
- Number of Pages
- 288
- Weight
- 296 grams
- Language
- English
- Dimensions
- 172 x 173 x 14.5 mm
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