Hembury Woods loop to Hembury Castle — Dartmoor National Park
Hembury Woods loop to Hembury Castle — Dartmoor National Park
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Hembury Woods loop to Hembury Castle — Dartmoor National Park
01:07
3.74km
110m
Hiking
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: June 6, 2024
Waypoints
Start point
Parking
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809 m
Small waterfall on the River Dart
Highlight • River
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2.99 km
Hembury Castle Hillfort
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It is known locally as Danes Camp, perhaps due to a legendary viking invasion. The Danes sailed up the River Dart and attacked the hillfort, capturing both the fort and the women who lived there. When the vikings fell into a slumber, they were killed by the women and the danes ousted.
It is a great place to visit with children to combine history with nature. There is plenty of carparking at Hembury Woods and short walks up to the castle or longer tracing the River Dart.
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3.74 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
2.46 km
1.18 km
< 100 m
Surfaces
1.89 km
1.15 km
603 m
< 100 m
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Elevation
Highest point (170 m)
Lowest point (50 m)
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Thursday 20 August
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