Tap/mouse over a coloured circle (1-3 easy walks, 4-6 moderate walks, 7-9 hard walks) and click to select. Walking on quiet footpaths can let you get close to some of the national parks' wild residents. The children, adults and everyone concerned thoroughly enjoyed it.
HOW TO Most of the rocks to be found will have ponies on them painted by Wendy Emlyn.We can provide you with a highly unusual outdoor experience.
It is a perfect opportunity for participants to get fit and learn about Dartmoor's archaeology, flora and fauna, whilst carrying out important work to manage this very special site.Bellever through time walk – Thurs 6th Aug, Mon 10th Aug, Wed 19th Aug, Fri 28th AugIf you cannot make these dates, there may well be other themed walks being planned in the future, so do email us at Thank you to everyone who supports us; our ponies are happy at Bellever and we are able to keep an eye on them; the ponies that are usually at Parke are having a great time on their 'holiday farm' up near Widecombe!
We will learn about some of the legends of Dartmoor as we wander up to Bellever Tor.Join in the craze and find some painted rocks and stones on Dartmoor! A guided walk with a national park ranger or volunteer can help you discover new areas, highlight points of interest and learn about local history and wildlife. Meeting Point unless stated otherwise is Bellever Forest at Postbridge car park(SX646 788). One of the best ways to explore Dartmoor is by using its impressive network of footpaths.Climb from the placid waters of Venford Reservoir to a grand vista overlooking the hills and valleys of Dartmoor National Park – it’s the perfect place to spread out your picnic blanket before returning via charming waterfalls.Wistman’s Wood is an easy walk on a waymarked path in the middle of the park.
We will learn about many legends on Dartmoor as we wander up to Bellever Tor.Looking at the bronze remains on Dartmoor, see where these people used to live and see where they were buried. Search our events section for guided walks. Just how did they survived, find out on this walk. This huge moorland scattered with staggering granite tors in the south-east of Devon is a hiker's paradise – discover the best walking routes in Dartmoor National Park with our guide.Dartmoor National Park comprises 386 square miles of moorlands, forests, rivers, wetlands and craggy granite tors.The area is considered by many to be Britain’s bleakest national park, but in spite of this reputation its varied habitats and prehistoric remains are a great draw for many outdoor enthusiasts. Discover the landscape that inspired Michael Morpurgo’s War Horse with this four-mile walk from Gutter Tor to Higher Hartor Tor in Dartmoor National Park.Stretching for 1½ miles, the steep-sided Lydford Gorge is a spectacular chasm in the hills. TV SHOW The fresh woodland air invigorates the soul, while the peace is occasionally broken by the chilling bellows of a stag. Dartmoor National Park 2021 dates: July 18th – 25th.
Courtesy of qualified Moorland Guide Paul Rendell, we are delighted to be able to offer a number of guided walks this Summer that are TOTALLY FREE. Designed by Free Guided Walks at Bellever with our qualified Moorland Guides.If you cannot make these dates but would like to go on a walk looking for rocks, letterboxes or to learn about the area and you can gather 6+ people, then we may be able to arrange another date so please contact Paul.Please book with Paul Rendell via paul.dartmoor@gmail.comPlease book with Paul Rendell via paul.dartmoor@gmail.comI write to thank you for providing Hartpury College degree students with a very informative tour of the moors . Sign in to manage your newsletter preferences We hopefully be walking in the moonlight from around 9.30pm, so bring a touch and a drink. Sun cream when sunny and windy too. Discovered their way of life, a life without modern day gadgets. Numbers are limited please book early.Enjoy a 2 to 3 hour walk around this wonderful moorland site, learning about the ponies, the environment and the ancient people who lived here. Deep within this valley in the northern fringes of Dartmoor National Park, an ancient woodland is returning.Ghosts, witches and dragons: walkers looking for some scary stories should head for Dartmoor. All rights reserved. Thanks! Guided walks and events. Watch out for wildlife. Once again thank you very much for your time and enthusiasm.Linda Greening - senior lecturer, widening participation Programme leader, Equine Business ManagementWe wanted to email and say a big thank you for a fantastic day out on the moor. Dartmoor (in Devon) is where Martin grew up and began his love affair with wild places… A guided walking week of great variety. Meeting Point: Postbridge visitor centre car park. The work you are doing on the moors is inspirational and we hope to run another trip to Dartmoor in the near future hopefully offering some volunteers to help with it. Ancient woodlands, leafy riversides and open moors littered with the leavings of Bronze Age man - here are the best 10 walks in Dartmoor National Park. BRITISH WILDLIFE