Mountains & hills · South West England
Winney's Down
In or near Gidleigh.
Winney's Down — mountain in england south west. Elevation: 539 m.
Tony Atkin — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–8 h
- Best time of year
- Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
- Dog-friendly
About
Winney's Down is a mountain located in england south west. Elevation: 539 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
Winney's Down is a mountain located in South-West England. It offers a range of outdoor activities, including hiking and wildlife observation. The area is characterised by its natural landscapes and scenic views, making it a suitable destination for walkers and nature enthusiasts. Visitors can expect a rugged terrain typical of the region's mountainous areas.
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- Coordinates
- 50.6262, -3.9503
Sources
- osm: n3009441093 (ODbL)
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Winney's Down?
- Winney's Down is in South-West England, United Kingdom.
- What is Winney's Down?
- Winney's Down — mountain in england south west. Elevation: 539 m.
- How do I get to Winney's Down?
- The nearest town is Gidleigh. Its coordinates are 50.6262°, -3.9503°.
- Is Winney's Down a protected site?
- Yes — Winney's Down is part of the North Dartmoor SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.