It’s not often we get inspired to look outside of Cornwall for natural outdoor beauty but this weekend we decided to something different. Friday night came and we begrudgingly headed across the Cornish border and up on to the intimidating hills of Dartmoor. Heading for a campsite near Chagford, we set about down windy roads, across cattle grids, pausing only to direct sheep and cows out of the road.
We pulled in at YHA Runnage Camping Barn and we’re blown away by its beauty. A quick bbq and it was time for bed, opting to store our energy for the next day.
The next day we headed for Belstone, Okehampton for a bit of a walk and some wild swimming and after some directions from a helpful pub landlord at The Tors pub we were on our way to nearby Cullever Steps.
After some swimming and cliff jumping we took a stroll down the river and back into the village. Driving to nearby Lydford Gorge, we pitched our tent in a field behind the Fox and Hounds pub. A bit of grub and a couple of Dartmoor ales proceeded and again we were ready to rest weary heads.
Next morning we ambled over to Meldon Quarry for more swimming, some cliff jumping and a great walk up to Meldon Reservoir. A fantastic weekend and we recommend stopping in on the way down to Cornwall!
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