Princeton to King Tor

This 5 mile Dartmoor walk is straightforward and the route is easy to follow, making it ideal for first time Dartmoor walkers. Following the old railway line from the atmospheric town of Princeton, the walk heads West to King Tor.

The sights walkers will pass on their way include fascinating leftovers from Dartmoor’s industrial usage.Once you find the old railway line, just a short walk from the centre of Princeton, follow the track to King’s Tor.

There is an opportunity to take a detour and see Foggintor Quarry, once one of Dartmoor’s largest granite quarries.

The Giant's Chair

For a Dartmoor walk that  once led to one of the area’s quirkiest sights, The Giant’s Chair is the perfect trail! A huge oak chair once stood in a field not far from Widecombe-in-the-Moor, reaching 20 feet in height and making an unexpected view for those who passed.

The sculpture was placed in the field in Natsworthy in 2006 by an artist, and created controversy when it was granted retrospective planning permission. Walkers should start their route at Jay’s Grave and follow the track to Natsworthy. This is a short walk, ideal for enjoying the moor but it can be extended.

Bowerman's Nose

This 5 mile Dartmoor walk is straightforward and the route is easy to follow, making it ideal for first time Dartmoor walkers. Following the old railway line from the atmospheric town of Princeton, the walk heads West to King Tor. The sights walkers will pass on their way include fascinating leftovers from Dartmoor’s industrial usage.

Once you find the old railway line, just a short walk from the centre of Princeton, follow the track to King’s Tor. There is an opportunity to take a detour and see Foggintor Quarry, once one of Dartmoor’s largest granite quarries.

Hey Tor Granite Tramway

The Granite Tramway at Hey Tor was originally used to transport Hey Tor granite to London for the construction of London Bridge, amongst other famous buildings. Although long neglected, large sections of the tramway can still be clearly seen, and the walk forms a relatively easy option that shouldn’t take more than 2 hours.

The car park between Hey Tor and Saddle is a good starting point to walk the tramway, and the great advantage of this walk is that you can follow it in either direction and for as long as you wish. Those who choose to end the walk at Heytor will be rewarded with striking views and a great spot to watch other climbers.