Due to the storms on Tuesday our walk had been postponed to Thursday. There were two things about this memorable walk - mud and very high winds - at least we had a break from the rain.
We started from Bel Tor Corner which gives you a view across to Bel Tor (9). You can't get to this tor because it is surronded by private land but you can get a good view.
From the car park we set off across to Sherberton Common to the cross roads that lead down to Ponsworthy where we joined The Two Moors way. This follows The West Webburn river which was in spate after the rain which has been fairly continuous for the last week. The footpath was difficult because of the mud.
This was Rosemary's second fall of three (oh you are a mucky kid!) and the rest of us were lucky not to do the same. At least the mud meant a soft landing.
On the bridge by Mill House, Jordan
We followed the path alongside the river to..
....Shallowford.
Then along the road for a short while before going back on to the moor.
This was steep and windy but the views were worth it.
Next across to Cathanger Rock (10)
Along the ridge now to Corndon Tor (11). This was hard work in the wind! To stand still you had to brace yourself and walking was difficult because the wind was so strong it actually moved you across the ground. Roger, our expert in these matters, estimated that the gusts were probably in excess of 100mph.
Corndon Tor spreads is spread over quite a wide area.
The view South towards Sharp Tor with Venford reservoir in the distance.
Looking back to Corndon Tor.
Finally lunch at the Tavistock Inn, Poundsgate.
Walking today Roger, Carol, Terry, Rosemary and Charlie.
As usual a nice photographic reminder of a good walk, but in difficult conditions.
ReplyDeleteRosemary has remained upright for 24 hours now (except for sleeping, even after leaving the pub last night!!
Terry