Mountains & hills · South West England
Wild Tor
In or near Gidleigh.
Wild Tor — mountain in england south west. Elevation: 531 m.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–8 h
- Best time of year
- Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
- Nearest railway station
- Okehampton · 7.4 km
- Dog-friendly
About
Wild Tor is a mountain located in england south west. Elevation: 531 m. A named British peak recorded in OpenStreetMap. Peaks are typically named on Ordnance Survey 1:50k mapping.
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: North Dartmoor SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Wild Tor is a mountain located in South-West England. It is part of the rugged landscape of Dartmoor National Park, known for its natural beauty and unique granite tors. Visitors can expect a challenging terrain, with opportunities for walking and exploring the surrounding moorland. The area is popular among hikers and outdoor enthusiasts looking to experience Dartmoor's distinctive environment.
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- Coordinates
- 50.6729, -3.9501
- Nearest railway station
- Okehampton — 7.4 km
Sources
- osm: n326059801 (ODbL)
Other places nearby
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OP18 (ruins)
Historic houses · 1.2 km
OP16
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Ted Hughes Memorial Stone
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Metheral Hill
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OP9 (ruins)
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OP8 (ruins)
Historic houses · 2.2 km
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OP19 (ruins)
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OP18 (ruins)
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OP16
OP16 — Monument, dating to 1919.
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Where to eat & stay near Wild Tor
Places to stay
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Elvan Farm Pop-up Campsite
Elvan Farm Pop-up Campsite — a campsite in england south west.
📷 5Hotels · South West England
Gidleigh Park
Gidleigh Park — a hotel in england south west.
📷 5Hostels · South West England
YHA Bracken Tor
YHA Bracken Tor — a hostel in england south west. Brand: Youth Hostels Association.
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📷 5Hostels · South West England
YHA Okehampton
YHA Okehampton — a hostel in england south west. Brand: Youth Hostels Association.
📷 5Caravan parks · South West England
Dartmoor View Holiday Park
Dartmoor View Holiday Park — a caravan park in england south west.
Places to eat & drink
📷 5Historic pubs · South West England
The Oxenham Arms
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Warren House Inn
Warren House Inn in England South West, United Kingdom.
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📷 5Historic pubs · South West England
Tom Cobley Tavern
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White Hart Hotel
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The Blue Lion Public House
The Blue Lion Public House in England South West, United Kingdom.
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Wild Tor?
- Wild Tor is in South-West England, United Kingdom.
- What is Wild Tor?
- Wild Tor — mountain in england south west. Elevation: 531 m.
- How do I get to Wild Tor?
- The nearest railway station is Okehampton, about 7.4 km away. Its coordinates are 50.6729°, -3.9501°.
- Is Wild Tor a protected site?
- Yes — Wild Tor is part of the North Dartmoor SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to Wild Tor?
- The nearest railway station is Okehampton, about 7.4 km away.