Guided walks
Tin mining on Dartmoor: a tour of mine remains in Challacombe valley
Explore mining remains dating from medieval times to the 20th century in the company of Challacombe farmer Mark as well as Geri.
Learn about techniques used through the ages to mine and process tin on Dartmoor. We will come across wheel pits, mould stones, buddles and more. What is a buddle, you ask? You will find out! Learn too about what life was like for miners in times past and the horrible punishments meted out to those who transgressed mining law.
We finish back at the farm with tea and biscuits.
This event is also available with the option of a pasty or cream tea – or both!
Information
Time
10am — 1pm
Start point
Challacombe Farm PL20 6TD. Grid reference SX694795. Turn off road onto farm track, over stream and park in field on left just after stream.
Distance
3 miles
Knowledge level
Beginner
Walk difficulty
Fairly easy though the ground is wet, irregular and muddy in places
Equipment
Come prepared for all weathers. We suggest you wear lightweight walking boots or wellies. Bring a packed lunch.
Children
Suitable for 10 years and above
Dogs
Welcome on a lead
Maximum group number
12
Available for small group bookings.
Produce for sale: lamb, beef and fleeces are available. Order from www.dartmoorfarm.com in advance and collect at the end of your visit.
“It was lovely to really explore the moor and with your guide’s knowledge and skill at tracking down what sometimes appear to be needles in haystacks, become a part of it by being able to escape from the beaten track and discover artefacts from civilisations long since departed, and giving a sense of a once much more inhabited landscape.”
— Keith Clark