Mysterious Moorlands, Dartmoor, England

SUMMARY

Dates: Thursday May 16th to Monday 20th May – 4 nights with walks on 4 days.

Guide: Chrissie Amey

Walking Grade: 2 Goats. We will do long, steady walks up to 10 miles/16km but not steep. If the weather is good we may extend walks to longer than 10 miles some days and Chrissie will discuss with the group each evening. The first day of walking is always a chance to get to know the group and see fitness levels.

Base: The Moorland Hotel, Haytor in the heart of Dartmoor National Park. Agatha Christie wrote her very first novel here and Ava Gardner once stayed here. It is a historic hotel with lovely grounds. You  can often see wild Dartmoor ponies roaming near by. This is a beautiful, elegant place to stay with grounds you can relax in pre or post your walks.

Arrivals : For check in at 3pm on Monday to settle in before a pre dinner briefing with your guide at 5pm.

Departures: Check out is 11am and departure is after a Friday morning walk. Arrange travel for after 14.00.

Nearest Train Station is Newton Abbot a short taxi ride away. There is free car parking at the hotel.

Price: £960 per person per holiday. Includes:

• Ensuite accommodation in a lovely historic hotel – solo occupancy room.
• Breakfast every day
• Dinner at the hotel restaurants every night – the hotel has 2 restaurants.
• 4 x Packed Lunches on Walking days
• Experienced local guiding
• Local transport as required for walks

Not included:

• Transport to Haytor
• Drinks – the hotel bar is open for drinks throughout the day.

DETAILS

Dartmoor National Park is the largest national park in England and known to be shrouded in mystery with many a local legend. You will be staying at a hotel which was itself the home to many a mystery and Agatha Christie wrote here – a place that gave her inspiration! Our guide will help you to discover the history of this area and maybe a local myth or two whilst exploring the beautiful landscape.

Located in Devon this is a real gem in the South West of England. Big skies, forests, moors, wild Dartmoor ponies, rolling hills , iconic granite tors, ancient stone circles, standing stones and cairns. The area has much to offer and over your short holiday you will have the chance to experience the drama and unspoilt wilderness that is hard to find on this scale anywhere else in the south of England.

On a clear day from the top of the Tors there are views down to the coast around Tynemouth.

Our hotel is 4 star as we wanted to give you quality, comfort and a little pampering after days out walking. There are two restaurants and we will eat at the hotel every night where you can taste local produce and relax knowing you don’t have far to go after dinner.

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