Sun, 04 Feb
|Saddle Tor carpark
CWD Weekend hike - February
🌲 CoWorking Devon Weekend Hike: A Scenic Journey through Dartmoor 🌲 Join us for a brilliant weekend Dartmoor hike on Sunday, February 4th, at 10 am, as we embark on a refreshing 11.5km hike across the Dartmoor landscape. It's an opportunity to unwind, connect with nature, and share good company.
Time & Location
04 Feb 2024, 10:00 – 14:00
Saddle Tor carpark , Ilsington, Newton Abbot TQ13 7TT, UK
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About the Event
🌲 **CoWorking Devon Weekend Hike: A Scenic Journey through Dartmoor** 🌲
Join us for a hardy weekend escape on Sunday, February 4th, at 10 am, as we crack on with a refreshing 11.5km hike across the open Dartmoor landscape. It's an opportunity to unwind, keep fit, connect with nature, and share good company followed with some good pub grub and a pint.
Key Details:
📅 Date: Sunday, February 4th 2024
🕙 Time: 10:00 am
📍 Meeting Point: Saddle Tor Carpark
Itinerary:
- Start at Saddle Tor Carpark with stunning views.
- Head to Saddle Tor, a prominent tor with panoramic vistas.
- Explore Haytor Rocks and stare out at the granite outcrops.
- Visit Haytor Quarry to learn about its fascinating history.
- Traverse Black Hill, taking in the expansive moorland.
- Discover a medieval settlement near Hound Tor.
- Pause at Bell Tor for a picturesque break.
- Enjoy the unique rock formations at Bonehill Rocks.
- Reach the summit of Top Tor for views back over the Holwell Down Valley.
- Return to Saddle Tor Carpark, completing our full-circle journey through Dartmoor's beauty.
Post-Hike Relaxation:
🍽️ Lunch Venue: The Old Inn, Widdicombe
After our invigorating hike, we'll gather for a well-deserved pub lunch at The Old Inn in Widdicombe. A time to unwind, share stories, and relish a delicious meal together.
Practical Information:
- 🐾 Dog-Friendly: Bring your furry friends along for the adventure!
- 🧥 Attire: Don't forget to layer up! Bring coats, comfortable boots, and any other weather-appropriate gear.
- 🍏 Snacks & Flasks: Pack some snacks and a flask to keep your energy up during the trek.
- 🎒 Bags: Carry a backpack for your essentials, and perhaps a camera to capture the stunning scenery.
Transport Options:
- 🚗 Studio Meet-Up: If you need a lift, gather at the studio by 9:30 am for a shared journey.
- 🚙 Self-Drive: Alternatively, meet us directly at Saddle Tor Carpark by 10 am.
Important Note:
Please arrive by 10 am at Saddle Tor Carpark, as we'll set off promptly at 10:15 am. We'll be taking lunch reservations closer to the date, so be sure to confirm your attendance. It should take us around 3.5hrs as a comfortable guesstimate.
Please note this is a moderate hike. Although there will be a few stops along the way, the terrain is through valleys and open moorland. We will give 3-4 hours to complete this before heading back to the car ready to go to the Old Inn in Widdicombe.
Look forward to seeing you all there!