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WATER AND TORS

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Exeter & District Group

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Overview

A loop around Venford Reservoir, then along ridge to Bench Tor before descending into the Dart Valley Nature Reserve, trackway to Venford Brook which we need to cross. Then footpaths and Holne Moor Leat to and from the vicinity of Combestone Tor. Packed lunch on route.

Thursday, 7 November 2024
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
9.7km / 6.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

If you would like to join this walk, please notify the leaders, preferably by email, so that they can inform you of any late changes to arrangements.
 

Starting point

Grid reference:
SX 68539 71240
Nearest postcode:
TQ13 7PU
what3words:
deprives.acting.pavilions
Start time:
10:30 am

Venford Reservoir Car Park – western end of Dam, Toilets. Map: OL28

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  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking
Join now for just £3.58 per month
Register for an account for FREE