High Willhays and Yes Tor from Meldon
The highest ground in southern England, on Dartmoor's northern moor above Meldon Reservoir.
- Distance
- 11.6 km
- Ascent
- 460 m
- Time
- 3.5–4.5 h
- Grade
- Moderate
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 622 m
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About this walk
High Willhays and Yes Tor from Meldon is a moderate 11.6 km out-and-back walk with 460 m of ascent, taking 3.5 to 4.5 hours. It starts at Meldon Reservoir (grid reference SX 562 923). It climbs High Willhays (622 m), a Hewitt.
High Willhays is the highest point in England south of the Peak District, and Yes Tor, just next to it, looks higher. From Meldon Reservoir, the route crosses the dam and climbs onto the open moor to both tors.
They're inside the Okehampton military firing range: check the published firing times before you go, and never touch anything you find on the ground. The moor is featureless in mist.
Route
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1
Over the dam
Cross Meldon Dam and climb onto the moor.
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2
The tors
Climb to Yes Tor and across to High Willhays. Return the same way.
Summits
Yes Tor
619 m
622 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does High Willhays and Yes Tor from Meldon take?
- Most walkers take 3.5–4.5 hours for the 11.6 km route, which has 460 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
- Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
- It starts at Meldon Reservoir (grid reference SX 562 923). Car park at Meldon Reservoir (charge).
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Not easily: there's no regular bus or train to the start, so you'll need a car, a lift or a long walk in.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded moderate. Reservoir paths, then open, boggy moorland and granite tors.
- Which hill does it climb?
- High Willhays (622 m, Hewitt).
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Before you go: Inside the Okehampton firing range: check the firing times (published by the MoD) before you go. Red flags fly when it's in use. Sheep graze the fells and moors: keep dogs on a lead near livestock, especially at lambing time (March to May).
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