Combestone Tor – Venford Reservoir loop from Holne

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Combestone Tor – Venford Reservoir loop from Holne

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Combestone Tor – Venford Reservoir loop from Holne

03:19

11.9km

230m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 17, 2026

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Dartmoor National Park

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Parking

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4.60 km

Combestone Tor

Highlight • Viewpoint

Dartmoor is home to more than 160 tors but Combestone Tor is one of the easiest to access by bike and car as the road passes right by. Not only …

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5.69 km

The Hamlyn’s (Holne Moor) leat takeoff is from the O Brook. For much of its journey on the high moor, it runs parallel with the Wheal Emma Leat. It still runs and cascades into the Holy Brook (via Great Combe).

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8.95 km

Venford Waterfalls

Highlight • Forest

Higher Waterfall at Venford

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8.96 km

Higher Waterfall, Dartmoor National Park

Highlight • Forest

it's an indistinct path in the autumn

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10.0 km

Venford Reservoir

Highlight • Natural

Hidden amongst the sprawling moorland of Dartmoor National Park, this is a lovely spot to explore. The reservoir is surrounded by beautiful woodland, moors and winding rivers where you can …

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10.1 km

Venford Dam

Highlight • Rest Area

The dam rises to a maximum height of 19m above surrounding ground level, with an overall length of 160m. The Auxiliary spillway, labyrinth weir and receiving channel was constructed in …

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