Scorriton Down

You're looking at one of Dartmoor's proper granite tors, the kind of walk that feels properly remote without actually being that far from civilisation. Scorriton Down sits just outside South Brent, and from the summit you get sweeping views across the moor that'll remind you why people move to Devon and never leave.

It's a straightforward uphill push - nothing technical, but your legs will know about it. The tor itself is dramatic enough when you're standing on top of it, with rough granite outcrops that make for decent photo opportunities if the light's decent. Allow a solid two hours if you're doing a proper circuit rather than just bagging the peak and heading straight back down.

Walkers will absolutely get the most from this. It's not a family picnic-spot sort of place - the terrain's rough underfoot and there's no visitor centre or cafe - but if you've got older kids who can handle moorland walks, it's brilliant for letting them loose. Bring proper footwear. Trainers will get you up there but you'll regret it on the descent.

The real value comes if you're basing yourself at Ashbourne Woods or exploring Dartmoor National Park more broadly. Scorriton fits nicely into a wider day out, rather than as a standalone trip. Early morning or late afternoon tends to be best - midday can feel a bit exposed and windswept even in summer. Free to visit, obviously. Just park sensibly and bring a map.