CoWalk | Rippon Tor Rifle Range
Tue, 09 Jan
|Rippon Tor Rifle Range
A short walk from the bottom of the rifle range, up and around.
Time & Location
09 Jan 2024, 12:30 – 13:30
Rippon Tor Rifle Range, B3212, Newton Abbot PL20 6TA, UK
Whos coming?
About the Event
Hey there, adventure seekers! Imagine a place where the echoes of rifle shots once danced through the air, mingling with the wild vibes of Dartmoor's rugged beauty. Welcome to Rippon Tor Rifle Range, a cool spot nestled in the heart of Dartmoor National Park, where history meets Mother Nature, and fun is practically written in the stones!
Rippon Tor Rifle Range: A Blast from the Past:
Picture this: back in the late 1800s, this place was the go-to spot for soldiers gearing up for epic battles like the Boer War and the World Wars. Fast forward to today, and Rippon Tor Rifle Range has morphed into a wicked mix of history and nature. Explore the remnants of the range, check out the old target butts, and soak in the rad backdrop of granite tors that scream "Dartmoor cool."
Adventure Awaits:
Strap on your hiking boots as it may be quite wet! Trekking trails snake through the landscape, giving you killer views of tors and valleys. You'll feel the vibes of soldiers past as you stroll through the range, marked with signs that spill the beans on what went down here.
Wrap it Up:
So there you have it – Rippon Tor Rifle Range, where history mingles with the wild side of Dartmoor. Whether you're digging the echoes of the past, soaking in killer views, or just out for a good time, Rippon Tor brings the fun, the fluidity, and the freedom of Dartmoor's groovy landscape. Get ready to groove through time and nature – it's a blast! 🚀✨