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©Alex Graeme
Places to play and picnic BELLEVER FOREST
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Explore this stunning location in the heart of Dartmoor Enjoy the tranquility of a picnic by the East Dart river or an exhilarating walk up to Bellever Tor to take in the stunning views. Explore the forest itself and discover a wealth of wildlife, archaeology and grazing Dartmoor ponies. Enjoy a tasty treat in the forest at one of our picnic tables, just bring along good food and company! We have two picnic tables located next to the car park for easy access.
BURRATOR ARBORETUM & NATURE RESERVE
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If you would like to wander in the woodland, meander in the meadow, spot dragonflies, count the different birds you can hear and listen to the rippling Narrator Brook, then put an hour aside for a wildlife encounter in the Burrator Arboretum. ©Alex Graeme
The Arboretum and associated footpaths was originally created following the storms in the late 1980s as a collection of native and non-native trees. One of its primary functions is to provide easy access to reservoir visitors who may find it more difficult to explore other areas of the site.
MELDON RESERVOIR
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Surrounded by steep sided banks and approximately 900 feet above sea level, Meldon Reservoir offers some of the most breath taking scenery that Dartmoor has to offer. Enjoy a leisurely walk and explore the network of off-road footpaths, bridleways and old tracks that cross the valley. For keen ramblers, navigate open moorland and experience a real adventure in Dartmoor.
©Jenny How
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