I have a paper map with no use for the code, message me and ill send it over as i dont want a bot to grab it.

Visiting with my wife for a week of downtime and we’d like to stay somewhere that’s quintessentially Dartmoor. Peaceful, cosy, scenic, etc.

Trouble is we haven’t been in over twenty years, and while we vaguely remember places we went we’ve no idea where would be a good base today.

We’d ideally like somewhere with a pub or two, walks out the front door, and not too much of a trek for groceries and other provisions. Any recommendations would be gratefully received.

I'm feeling adventurous and planning a winter hike and camp in December, from Friday evening to Sunday around noon.

I've been looking at a few potential routes, and one that stands out is Okehampton to Ivybridge, which is about 50 km. I have some experience on Dartmoor, having completed the Ten Tors challenge twice in my younger years, and I have all the proper gear.

However, given the potential for cold, wet, or snowy conditions in December, I'm wondering if a 50 km trek is realistic within this time frame, or if I should consider a shorter 30 km circular route in the northern moors instead.

I'd love to hear opinions and route recommendations for a good winter challenge!

Tent: Fjallraven Abisko Dome 2

Bag: Osprey Atmos 65 LT

Sleeping bag: Sea to Summit Trek Down -18c (too warm??) + Sea to Summit thermalite reactor bag liner

Mat: Thermarest XTherm NXT

Waterproofs: North Face Jazzi GTX + Berghaus Paclite Overtrousers

A beautiful medieval Dartmoor church, granite built from the granite moors, with an exterior of aged beauty.

Then there is the lush medieval wood carving, roof bosses, rood screen, angels and apostles, wonderful stuff.

Sprinkle with some very pretty stained glass and we have a moorland church most excellent indeed.

My latest article and gallery now online to enjoy, here now: https://devonchurchland.co.uk/description/ilsington-church-of-st-michael-description/

In the newest episode, I climb Yr Wyddfa in Snowdonia, and Snowdon on Dartmoor. Two very different experiences! https://youtu.be/yWpsjV41pIA

New Dartmoor Training Area's firing times have been released.

Update: 2024-10-29 15:07:10

MoD Dartmoor Training Area web site

Link to firing times

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Ive seen there are a few car parks near great mis tor (eg four winds) and would like to try that area. Does anyone know if I can park overnight? Just camping for a night to get away from life for a bit

Hi there! I'm flying in from Los Angeles and coming down from London to spend some time in Dartmoor (4 nights) before I head over to Exeter for my final few days. I don't have a car and was curious about any recommendations on where to stay in Dartmoor––somewhere that is fairly central/easy to get around to all the cool sights. I was thinking about renting a bike while I'm there as well but was also curious about the bus/shuttle system. I saw one seasonal shuttle but it looks like it shuts down before I arrive (October 5). Any and all recommendations would be much appreciated :) Thank you in advance!! xoxo

New Dartmoor Training Area's firing times have been released.

Update: 2024-09-23 15:26:57

MoD Dartmoor Training Area web site

Link to firing times

Please use the official MoD web site as the primary source for this data, this post is just an advisary one.

Hey everyone! I went to Dartmoor last year and absolutely loved it. I’m keen to do another hike there with some wild camping. I’m looking for a hike that’s about 30k-40k that would still be a good time round October. Any recommendations? Or any places that should be absolutely avoided round October?

Ideally, I’d start and end in Okehampton (convenient for travel)!

Any advice much appreciated!

Hello! My family are staying near lydford and my dad is disabled. Any advice for accessable spots on the moors relatively nearby? We need to be able to drive there and will be able to do a short (relatively flat) walk with him. Any suggestions?

Thanks! :)

My family would always go to Devon on our holidays when I was young - I love the place. One of my favourite places was Postbridge, I did this oil painting of it when I was about 15. I regretfully gave it away to a cousin so I’ve only got a photo of it 😞

Does anyone know when this hearing is expected?

This experience has reaffirmed my view that the north moor is best.