Grimspound Walk

Route Description for Grimspound Walk

While the Grimspound Walk is a lovely adventure that is filled with beautiful scenery and interesting historical sites, there are also a few climbs and descents along the rugged terrain of the moor that could prove challenging for younger children or less-mobile walkers. Be sure to wear proper walking shoes to better traverse the terrain in these areas. Additionally, the car park located at the trailhead can fill up fairly quickly, so be sure to arrive early enough to secure a space and enjoy some peace and quiet along the trails.

With the opportunity to learn about some interesting local history and explore the picturesque landscape of the moors set within the Devon countryside, the Grimspound walk is a fantastic journey that can and should be checked out by anyone interested in Bronze Age historical sites and beautiful views. The trail sets out from the car park and initially heads to the northeast to climb up the hillside, before traversing the undulating terrain directly to the east. Here, you will skirt around the slopes of Hookney Tor before turning to the south west to visit the Bronze Age settlement of Grimspound.

Take some time to explore the area, checking out the remains of ancient longhouses surrounded by a circular stone boundary wall, before continuing to the west along the trail. Traversing the hilly terrain along the slopes of Birch Tor, you will eventually make one final climb back uphill to return to the car park where you began the Grimspound Walk.