Hound Tor Rocks (and nearby ruins of medieval village), Manaton, Newton Abbot, Devon. FREE ENTRY Open any reasonable time during daylight hours

Details

Accessibility

"The walk to the medieval village site from the car park is half a mile over Hound Tor itself and includes a challenging climb. Being open moor land, the terrain in and around the site is naturally uneven, with slip and trip hazards throughout."

Brief description

"Please Be Aware: Dartmoor is known for its changeable weather conditions so bear in mind that the site is remote and very exposed.

The extensive, atmospheric remains of this isolated village lie on the eastern edge of Dartmoor. The settlement consists of a cluster of 13th century stone longhouses – in which the family lived at one end and the animals at the other – on land that was originally farmed in the Bronze Age. Hound Tor was probably deserted in the early 15th century. From the top of Greator Rocks, there is a fine view over the abandoned village and the surrounding moors."

See https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/hound-tor-deserted-medieval-village/history/

and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jlS5nVf2N_A

Address

Hound Tor Rocks, Manaton, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ13 9XG

Email

Phone

Website

https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/hound-tor-deserted-medieval-village/

Directions

"There is limited parking in Swallerton Gate Car Park, located approximately 1.7 miles after turning off the B3387"

Opening Times

Always check with the venue directly for up-to-date information including opening times and admission charges as they may be subject to change

FREE ENTRY

Open any reasonable time during daylight hours

Transport

Amenities

"The site is fairly remote and far from any big hubs. Widecombe in the Moor is a small village located 3 miles away where you will find some facilities including a pub and cafes.

Dogs: Dogs on leads are welcome"