Dartmoor
From Great Links Tor (586m) towards Cut Hill (603m) and Fur Tor (572m).
Dartmoor is a wild stretch of upland located in South West England. Its maximum elevation occurs on the northern side of the moor at High Willhays, 621m (2038ft). The entire National Park encompasses 365 square miles.
Dartmoor has a maritime climate with wet and cool winters and mild, drier summers. The predominant wind direction is from the moisture laden south west. Hill fog is a common occurrence throughout the year. Precipitation is high particularly on the westerm side of the high moor. During the winter time short periods of cold and snowy weather occur most years. Conditions can become quite severe on the higher parts of the moor. Conversely during the summer months longer periods of settled and warm weather are common.
A visit to the moor is recommended at any time of the year. February is the most likely month to catch the snow. The long days of May and June are recommended for longer walks and for experiencing the renewal which occurs each year during Spring.
Dartmoor has a maritime climate with wet and cool winters and mild, drier summers. The predominant wind direction is from the moisture laden south west. Hill fog is a common occurrence throughout the year. Precipitation is high particularly on the westerm side of the high moor. During the winter time short periods of cold and snowy weather occur most years. Conditions can become quite severe on the higher parts of the moor. Conversely during the summer months longer periods of settled and warm weather are common.
A visit to the moor is recommended at any time of the year. February is the most likely month to catch the snow. The long days of May and June are recommended for longer walks and for experiencing the renewal which occurs each year during Spring.
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Rough Tor (547m, 1795ft) is situated towards the centre of North Dartmoor