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Dartmoor Rocks!

Have you ever wondered how the Granite was formed, how the tors on Dartmoor were formed? Or how the different rocks and minerals have been extracted and used through the ages? Join Dartmoor’s Daughter and Willem Montagne, a Dartmoor guide who has a keen interest in geology, geomorphology, and is also a former DNPA Education Officer, to learn about the geology, landforms and associated industries of this beautiful living, working landscape.


Tickets

FEE: £20 per adult. Group size is limited so pre-booking is essential. 


Location:

Lower car park at Haytor (next to the National Park Visitor Centre) on the main road, the B3387 - 3 miles west of Bovey Tracey, TQ13 9XT. This is a pay and display car park so please bring a payment/credit card with you.
Car Sharing - Please car share where possible. Parking is limited on Dartmoor. And sharing lessens our impact on the environment. Thank you.

Further Information:

WHAT TO WEAR/BRING: Sturdy walking boots; warm layers; sunscreen; waterproof jacket and trousers (whatever the forecast); walking poles if you have them; drink/flask, snacks.

Dogs - By arrangement only please.

LEVEL: Moderate - approximately 6km on paths, lanes, and open moorland with some steep and rocky sections.

Route is dependent on weather conditions and group pace'.

CANCELLATION: The event will go ahead come rain or shine. Payments are refunded (less the booking fee) for cancellations no less than six weeks before your walk or experience.

If you cancel after the six weeks, we would advise you please try to resell/pass on your ticket and/or we can try to re-sell your ticket (we sometimes have a waitlist although there is no guarantee) we can then offer a credit note for the ticket price (minus the £2 booking fee and minus a £5 admin fee).

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RISK: Walks and activities are at your own risk. No liability accepted for accidents or incidents.

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