Haytor Rocks — Attraction in Teignbridge

Haytor Rocks on Dartmoor is truly a must-visit for anyone seeking breathtaking views and a taste of the wild beauty of the English countryside. Here's a review based on common experiences: A Dartmoor Icon: Spectacular Views: Haytor Rocks provides panoramic views of Dartmoor, stretching for miles. The sheer scale of the landscape is awe-inspiring. On a clear day, the views are simply stunning, offering a sense of vastness and tranquility. Accessibility: One of Haytor's strengths is its relatively easy accessibility. This makes it popular with a wide range of visitors, from families to serious hikers. The well-worn paths and relatively short climb make it a great option for those who want to experience Dartmoor's beauty without a strenuous trek. Historical Significance: The old Haytor Granite Tramway adds a fascinating historical element to the experience. Walking along the remnants of this old tramway gives you a sense of the area's industrial past. Also the rocks themselves are very geologically interesting. Popularity: Due to its accessibility and stunning views, Haytor can get quite busy, especially on weekends and during peak season. If you're seeking solitude, consider visiting on a weekday or during off-peak hours. Walking and Hiking: There are various walking trails around Haytor, catering to different abilities. You can choose a short, leisurely stroll or a longer, more challenging hike. The area surrounding Haytor is perfect for exploring more of Dartmoor's unique landscape. Climbing: Haytor is also a very well known location for rock climbing, with many different routes for climbers of varying ability. Overall: Haytor Rocks is a fantastic destination for anyone wanting to experience the beauty of Dartmoor. Whether you're a seasoned hiker, a casual walker, or simply someone who appreciates stunning views, Haytor Rocks will not disappoint. Just be prepared for it to be busy...

The rocks are interesting and the view from the tor is great. Many people also climb the face of the rocks but you are able, with a bit if effort, to get up the sloped side by foot. There are many places to walk to from haytor, one place being the quarry.

The quarry is situated near the tor which is a very nice scenery and a great place to have a picnic. The quarry has a pond in the middle and paths going around the outside with alot of wildlife, which all adds up to a nice scenery to have a picnic or walk. There are horses, sheep and other animals in the surrounding area.

The car park to access the tor is a good size with restrooms and an electric car charging point, there is often an ice-cream van or catering wagon in the carpark for refreshments. The hill up to hator is very steep and a hard challenge for a bike ride but you can admire the view while you catch a breath.

In conclusion haytor is great place to visit for people of any age. The tor give access to a great view if the surrounding parts of Dartmoor, you can see as far as the sea. Its is also a very peaceful part of dartmoor as it is quite far from the...

Throughout my life, I have visited Haytor quite often as a Devon lad. I even appeared on an episode of Blue Peter when I was 11. The whole episode was dedicated to Dartmoor letterboxing. The episode was filmed in various locations including Haytor, I was chosen because I worked for the Gentleman that ran the Dartmoor letterboxing 100 club for many years. I have been very upset on my recent visits due to the amount of dog poo bags left in crevices or on the ground, I also noticed a fair few letterboxes had suffered from vandalism. I usually walk on Dartmoor and reflect upon the good times spent with Godfrey walking and collecting boxes. On my recent visit I thought how glad I was my old boss and friend isn't around to see how treasured landmarks are treated these days, it would of devastated him.

Either take your dog poo bag home or don't bother putting in a bag at all. Oh' how times have changed, I'd willingly put my hand down any suspected letterbox hole in the past.. I wouldn't even think about doing it around Haytor now.

Poor show those few dog walkers,...