Yep that’s right there’s a Snowdon on Dartmoor!! Unfortunately it’s not as exciting as its Welsh namesake but you can’t have everything. I set out from the very pretty Venford Reservoir and headed up to Horn’s Cross before setting off for Ryder’s Hill. The walk was going well until I started out for Snowdon where one of Dartmoor’s boggy areas had taken hold! Still at least I know my boots are waterproof for the winter!! Snowdon hadn’t finished with me yet as I met Dartmoor’s entire fly population on its summit, which had clearly taken nest in the cairn!! A rapid descent to the River Mardle brought an air of peace and calm back to the walk! All that was left was a fine traipse back to Venford.
| Start – Venford Reservoir |
| Route – Horn’s Cross – Holne Ridge – Ryder’s Hill – Snowdon – River Mardle – Holne Moor – Venford Reservoir |
| Distance – 5.5 miles Start time – 11.15am Time taken – 3 3/4hrs Highest Point – Ryder’s Hill 515m |
| Weather – Cloudy with some sun |
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For a moment there, I thought you were up my part of the world! Looks lovely though…. Hey good tester for the boots.
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Yep, couldn’t believe there was a hill on Dartmoor called Snowden!! There’s been a couple of walks recently that have tested my Scarpa’s. they’ve stood up very well. Off to the Lakes in 2 weeks, so need to get out this weekend to get some miles in the legs!! Hope the weather is at least dry!
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