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Pepperdon Rocks

A number of small outcrops are spread across Pepperdon Down the largest of which is capped with vegetation and lies on the south side.

Below more interesting rocks extend all with good views to the south-west.

Another small tor can be found on the far northern slopes of the down but in private enclosed land at SX 7769 8557, consisting of two piles, linked here.

Pepperdon Rocks

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Grid Ref:

SX 777 849

Height:

335m

Parish:

Moretonhampstead

Tor Classification:

Valley Side

Access:

Public

Rock Type:

Granite

Credit:

Steve Jenkins

Reference / Further Reading:

Tim Jenkinson: East Dartmoor The Hidden Landscape: Rocks and Tors (published privately)

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