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Nationalpark Dartmoor

Description: Dartmoor is an area of moorland in the centre of the English county of Devon. Protected by a National Park, it covers ... more

Nationalpark Dartmoor ... 953 km² (368 square miles). The granite upland dates from the Carboniferous period of geological history. The moorland is capped with many exposed granite hilltops (known as tors), providing habitats for Dartmoor wildlife. The highest point is High Willhays, 621 m above sea level. The entire area is rich in antiquities.

Newest Review: ... learning how to drive (that's what it's famous for). However, we used to drive up here and play tennis. The short grass was as tidy as a tennis court, although the sheep dung was an extra. 2) Play horsey- there are lots of wild animals on Dartmoor, and the horses are great. We often approach and stroke them, but be careful - they will bite you if they fancy it. I tried Join Up with them and ... more

... it worked (see the Monty Roberts horse whispering books. 3) Swim in the rivers - there are lots of rivers on the Moor, and they are freezing but fresh. Of particular note is Cadover bridge, a lovely swimming spot always adorned with an ice-cream van ...more

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Nationalpark Dartmoor: Moor things to do than you may imagine! (321 words)
by - written on 22/09/09 (Very useful, 28 readings)
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I've lived next to Dartmoor my entire life, but I still love it. What is it? It's nearly 1000 square kilometers of moorland in Devon, all protected by National Park status. Since this is my review, and not a guide-book, let me just tell you my seven favourite things to do here. 1) Crapstone - this huge rock is surrounded by open land that is ideal for learning how to drive (that's what it's famous for). However, we used to drive up here and play tennis. The short grass was as tidy as a tennis court, although the sheep dung was an extra. 2) Play horsey- there are lots of wild animals on Dartmoor, and the horses are great. We often ... Read the complete review

The place where legends are made! (1032 words)
by - written on 24/08/09 (Very useful, 143 readings)
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We have been spending a few days with my family in South Devon and no visit would ever be complete without a trip out to Dartmoor. It is a wonderful place to take families especially children who generally spend their time in built up areas because it is so expansive and beautiful. My daughters loved the day we spent roaming the moor and taking in the wonderful scenery! Dartmoor National Park covers an area of 368 square miles and is apparently the largest and wildest open area in the south of England. We access it by driving up to Bovey Tracy which is on the edge of Dartmoor and then following signs to where we want to go. Some of the Dartmoor roads are ... Read the complete review

Nationalpark Dartmoor: Dartmoor (712 words)
by - written on 27/08/08 (Very useful, 78 readings)
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Devon has two moorlands, Exmoor and Dartmoor. Dartmoor is in the centre of Devon and is 368 square miles. It is rich in history and Archaeologists have found remains of Neolithic and early Bronze Age, Hound Tor also has a deserted Medieval Village on its slopes. Although over half of Dartmoor is private land it is designated 'access land' and walkers are free to roam pretty much anywhere. The military uses parts of Dartmoor to train and also firing ranges, they have since the Napoleonic wars. Red flags fly in these areas when firing is taking place. It is perfect for a relaxing walk with the dog, or you can take it seriously and make your way up ... Read the complete review

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