Mountains & hills · South West England
Sheeps Tor
In or near Yelverton.
Sheeps Tor — a hill or mountain in england south west.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–8 h
- Best time of year
- Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
- Dog-friendly
About
A British hill or mountain, named on Ordnance Survey maps and walked by hill-baggers. Sheeps Tor is a named hill or mountain in england south west, recorded in the GeoNames UK gazetteer. British landmarks of this type are typically marked on Ordnance Survey maps and recorded in the national gazetteer for cartographic and navigational reference. Coordinates and feature classification are sourced from the GeoNames open dataset.
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Place summary
Sheeps Tor is a mountain located in South-West England. It is part of the Dartmoor National Park, known for its rugged terrain and natural beauty. The area offers various walking trails, attracting hikers and outdoor enthusiasts. Visitors can expect scenic views and a chance to experience the unique moorland landscape characteristic of Dartmoor.
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- Coordinates
- 50.4961, -4.0236
- County
- Devon
- District
- West Devon
- Parish
- Sheepstor
- Postcode
- PL20 6PF
- Parliamentary constituency
- South West Devon
Sources
- manual: geonames-12611182 (CC BY 4.0)
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Sheeps Tor?
- Sheeps Tor is in Devon, South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode PL20 6PF), in the parish of Sheepstor.
- What is Sheeps Tor?
- Sheeps Tor — a hill or mountain in england south west.
- How do I get to Sheeps Tor?
- Drivers can use postcode PL20 6PF.
- How do I get to Sheeps Tor?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode PL20 6PF. It sits within the South West Devon parliamentary constituency.