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	The Legendary Hound tor
		The tor is an example of one of Dartmoor's 'avenue tors' as it consists of two separate rock masses which lie on a north-westerly alignment.
		Hound tor was another of Dartmoor's eminences that was regarded by early antiquarians such as Borlase as being a ritual site where the Druids held their pagan ceremonies.
		Hound tor also has the distinction of being one of the thirteen tors which the Scattor Rock Brewery has named their ales after.
	www.legendarydartmoor.co.uk /hound_tor.htm (1156 words)

	tor - Search Results - ninemsn Encarta
		Typically of granitic rock, tors are always isolated in the landscape.
		Mam Tor, prominent hill in the Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, England, that rises to 517 m (1,696 ft) and has particularly fine views of...
		Glastonbury Tor, hill just east of Glastonbury village, rising to a height of 159 m (522 ft) from the Brue Valley in the Mendip district of...
	au.encarta.msn.com /tor.html (98 words)

	Crockern Tor
		Crockern tor is more a place of history than mystery, probably of all the granite outcrops on Dartmoor this one embodies the traditions of the area.
		The tor is said to be the home of the ancient pagan God of Dartmoor - Old Crockern.
		The actual tor stands at 1,300ft (396m) and is made up of two rock piles, the north-eastern one forms a huge, weathered rock-ridge and the south-western outcrop describes a large, natural amphitheatre and was known as Parliament rock.
	www.legendarydartmoor.co.uk /crockern_tor.htm (1524 words)

	10 Tors from Haytor CP
		This walk was led by Dave Pawley on 17th March 02 and he had graded it as moderate to strenuous and in the prevailing weather conditions this is certainly proved to be for the 15 walkers who arrived to embark on the walk with a forecast of strong winds and heavy rain.
		Unfortunately as we left Top Tor we could see the weather closing in on the other side of the valley and within minutes we were in heavy rain; this was to continue on and off for the rest of the day.
		Chinkwell Tor was at a local high point and from this Tor on a bearing of 350 degrees we went down and up again towards a widely scattered outcrop of rocks called Honeybag Tor (no 7), my planned lunchstop for the day.
	website.lineone.net /~dpawley/hay10tor/hay10tor.htm (2078 words)

	The Edgemoor Hotel \| Local Interest \| Dartmoor & Widecombe
		Hound Tor is certainly worth a visit and up until recently had a "Logan Stone" perched precariously on top, but this was destroyed by vandals who managed to unbalance it.
		If you drive out of Hound Tor car park and turn right towards North Bovey, you will see the grave after about a quarter of a mile on the left hand side of the road on a right hand bend.
		This is a strange rock figure about half a mile from Hound Tor believed to be the petrified remains of Bowerman the Hunter, who is supposed to have upset the witches of Dartmoor by driving his pack through one of their secret moorland gatherings.
	www.edgemoor.co.uk /local-interest/dartmoor.html (1489 words)

	Steeperton Tor (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		The views from the tor are impressive particularly over the plain which lies below the northern face.
		Steeperton Tor is on the left and Yes Tor is on the horizon.
		The SE view from Steeperton Tor that overlooks the valley of the Steeperton Brook.
	www.richkni.co.uk /dartmoor/steeptor.htm (682 words)

	Hound Tor
		Hound Tor (SX Hound Tor is home to superb bouldering that caters for all levels of difficulty.
		Hound Tor is the obvious Tor to the right of the road.
		When one approaches Hound Tor lots of boulders are visible on the left of the tor.
	www.javu.co.uk /Climbing/Guides/DartmoorBouldering/HoundTor (4309 words)

	Devon - Dartmoor, England
		It covers by far the greater part of southwest Devon, an area rich in legend and redolent with history, where the barren hills with their granite outcrops (tors) display a rugged grandeur.
		In 1949, 365sq.mi/945sq.km of the former royal hunting preserve were designated a national park, extending from Okehampton in the north to Ivybridge in the south, and from Bovey Tracey in the east to Tavistock in the west.
		One of Dartmoor's principal features are its "tors", the granite outcrops, often eroded into bizarre shapes, which jut up from the moorland.
	www.planetware.com /devon/dartmoor-eng-dv-dartmoor.htm (689 words)

	dartmoor crossing (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		Hound Tor is one of the most popular on Dartmoor and because of this can be very crowded in the Summer.
		This tor is famous for its history as because of its position nearly central to the stannary towns of Chagford, Plymouth, Ashburton and Tavistock.
		This tor used to be on the military range but was taken out of the range a couple of years ago which is why it possible for us to use it now.
	www.celticway.org /dartmoorcrossing.htm (6391 words)

	eastern tors
		With splendid views of the Webburn valley and Widecombe in the Moor, Bell Tor is a classic.
		Hay Tor is the most accessible tor on the moor.
		Tors visible from this point are Hay Tor and Hound Tor.
	www.fossilwalks.com /dartmoortors1/easttors.htm (252 words)

	Dartmoor walks (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		Take the path up to Shilley Pool, cross the brook (which may not be easy) and head NW up the ridge to Cheriton Combe head and an impressive stone row.
		This was built in 1834 by a local who hoped that it would become one of the tors of the original Dartmoor forest boundary.
		A south east view from Hound Tor that shows Galleven Mire and the low mound of Headon.
	www.richkni.co.uk /dartmoor/houndcos.htm (510 words)

	World of Froud- TM
		In one, a witch (in the shape of a hare) was chased by a local farmer and his dogs, until she tired of the sport and turned them all into stones where they stood.
		The hounds are white, enormous, and have eyes and ears the color of flame.
		Related to the hounds is the Black Dog of Dartmoor, who haunts the road by the Warren Innówhere he frightens tourists and has a strong partiality to beer.
	www.worldoffroud.com /www/about/main/devon.cfm (2362 words)

	The Rock Inn - Dartmoor
		The landscape of Dartmoor is characterised by the granite tors, which have been formed by the weathering of the granite over the last ten million years.
		A tor is described by geologists as the hard granite core of a higher mountain range of softer rock, which has eroded away.
		The predominance of hut circles are an indication that Dartmoor was one of the most densely populated areas of North West Europe at this time.
	www.rock-inn.co.uk /pages/dartmoor.htm (528 words)

	legends (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		Scientists tell us today that the tors are naturally-created remains of the volcanic activity which created Dartmoor, worn down by centuries of wind and rain.
		He was out on the open moor with his hounds when he ran into the Evil Huntsman or in some versions a coven of witches.
		You can just make out the face of the hound, which always reminds me of K9 from Doctor Who (for those of you who are old enough to remember!).
	www.moretonhampstead.com /legends.htm (427 words)

	SH: Hound History
		To many, The Hound of the Baskervilles is the favorite of all Holmes stories.
		This is the oldest surviving version of The Hound, with a copy at the National Film Archives of the British Film Institute.
		It’s interesting to note that Michael Cox, who produced the early part of the series (and in fact, suggested it to Grenada in the first place), was not happy with his version of the film.
	www.holmesonscreen.com /indexSHoundText.htm (2465 words)

	The Tors around Haytor
		We stopped briefly to admire Hound Tor and then descended north west to Swallerton Gate CP, used by many people as the car park to use for the walk up to Hound Tor.
		Brenda smiled as she explained that we had a short uphill section to the top of the Tor where we would be taking lunch.
		We decided to give Rippon Tor a miss on this walk and headed on a bearing of 120 degrees down to the road by Hemsworthy Gate, along the side of the road to another car park then swung more north up a 100 ft ascent to Saddle Tor.
	www.plymouthramblers.org.uk /hayhon/hayhon.html (1587 words)

	Circular Walk from Swallerton Gate CP
		At the top there were excellent views down into the valley and back across to Hound Tor were we had been 45 minutes before.
		The three routes are indicated on the outline map as A,B and C at the top of the description of the walk.
		Depending on which of the routes are taken through Hound Tor woods the Walk can vary in length from just over 8.5 miles to just under 11 miles.
	website.lineone.net /~dpawley/swalbeck/swalbeck.html (2108 words)

	Pictures of Hound Tor Medieval Village, Widecombe in the Moor, Devon, England. Hound Tor Medieval Village hotels, ...
		Pictures of Hound Tor Medieval Village, Widecombe in the Moor, Devon, England.
		England > Devon > Widecombe in the Moor > Hound Tor Medieval Village
		Show all websites about Hound Tor Medieval Village and submit your own.
	www.picturesofengland.com /England/Devon/Widecombe_in_the_Moor/Hound_Tor_Medieval_Village (600 words)

	The Hound of the Standishs 1
		When he found her and she saw what her fate would be, the girl ran to the top of Hound tor and threw herself to her death.
		To this day the hound can be heard on the moor, baying for blood, the blood of the Standish family, while Sir William wanders the Hall and the moor seeking a resting-place.
		When he has no case to occupy his mind Inez tells me his bed is often not used, and he only sleeps when he has drunk far too much whisky, then he sleeps on the couch or in his chair by the fire.
	www.blackraptor.net /m7fic-20/hos/hound1.htm (5179 words)

	Holiday Cottages Devon: Holwell Farm Cottages, (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		Located between the famous landmarks of Hay Tor, Hound Tor and Bonehill Rocks, Holwell is just over a mile from famous village of Widecombe-in-the-Moor and enjoys some of the most spectacular views on Dartmoor.
		Hay Tor Cottage probably offered the best views any calves could ever wish for when it was first built as part of a model farm in 1901.
		Hound Tor cottage has been converted from the stables that formed part of the model farm buildings built in 1901.
	www.premiercottages.co.uk /cottage.asp?id=218 (1076 words)

	BBC - Devon - In Pictures - Hound Tor on Dartmoor
		BBC - Devon - In Pictures - Hound Tor on Dartmoor
		Reputed to be the inspiration for the Hound of the Baskervilles story.
		This is the panorama from Hound Tor on Dartmoor.
	www.bbc.co.uk /devon/content/panoramas/hound_tor1_360.shtml (102 words)

	Luxury Holiday Cottages Devon Self Catering Dog Friendly Dartmoor UK
		Late availability - Hay Tor Cottage, sleeping 6 is available for a short break of 3 nights for £100 per night from 27th November or a week for £600.
		Holwell is now a luxurious retreat which combines all the comfort, style and convenience you would expect from Dartmoor’s only 5 Star Self Catering establishment with its utterly unique location amongst the rugged tors overlooking Widecombe in the Moor and overlooked by Hay Tor, Hound Tor, Saddle Tor and Ripon Tor.
		With 500 acres to roam through on the farm itself, beyond the dry stone walls you can choose a route from any point of the compass and not see a soul or hit a road all day.
	www.holwelldartmoor.co.uk /index.html (1150 words)

	Travel for Kids: Dartmoor National Park, England
		Dartmoor immediately conjures up images of the snarling hell hound of the Baskervilles, tearing around the bogs at night.
		Complete version of The Hound of the Baskervilles, boldly illustrated and annotated with photographs, paintings and maps of 19th century England.
		Sherlock Holmes and Watson investigate the phantom hound that run through the vast gloom of Dartmoor and the Gimpen Mire.
	www.travelforkids.com /Funtodo/England/dartmoor.htm (568 words)

	WordShack Publishing, amateur writers publisher, author showcase, English language readers (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		But the Hound, with horrible bays, on the gloomy moor still strays.
		Out sprang the appalling, ghastly, flaming, flickering hound of yore.
		Saw the hound as it seized Henry, then Holmes fired o'er and o'er,
	www.wordshack.com /reading_areas/poetry/p_TheHound.shtml (1087 words)

	Scattor Rock Brewery - Devon (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		With this in mind we have increased our range with the introduction of the 'TOR COLLECTION' and naming
		the ales after some of the many Tors in the locality.
		('Tor' -...hill / rocky peak especially on Dartmoor.)
	www.scattorrockbrewery.com /tor.htm (71 words)

	Our Fall Trip to the West Country
		Then after another few hours drive through gorgeous English countryside, we arrived at Lewtrenchard Manor, where we spent a luxurious night in very elegant surroundings.
		The next morning after breakfast and a leisurely walk around the grounds of the manor, we headed for Dartmoor National Park (the setting for one of Dave's favorite books, (The Hound of the Baskervilles and had a great time climbing on some enormous rocks (Hound Tor).
		Then we headed to our next B&B in Tintagel on the west coast in time for dinner at a local pub.
	home.comcast.net /~dgonzalez3/DevonCornwall.html (422 words)

	Literature.org - The Online Literature Library
		Chapter 10 - Extract from the Diary of Dr. Watson
		Chapter 11 - The Man on the Tor
		Chapter 14 - The Hound of the Baskervilles
	www.literature.org /authors/doyle-arthur-conan/hound (68 words)

	The Ramblers Association - Freedom to Roam - Where can I Roam?
		These include areas around The Hurlers Stone Circles, Stowe’s Hill, Twelve Mens Moor, King Arthur’s Downs, Kilmar Tor, and Brown Gelly, which is topped with three cairns and overlooks Colliford Lake reservoir.
		Located near Honiton, Gittisham Hill is an extensive area of rough heathland that had no public access to date until opened under Countryside and Right of Way Act.
		Reputed to be the inspiration for the Hound of the Baskervilles, this area of rocks and moorland offers much and is less exposed than the main part of Dartmoor.
	www.ramblers.org.uk /freedom/righttoroam/newplacestowalk.html (2416 words)

	Guided walk start points
		South of Meavy.Park and meet in large car park south of bridge on left.
		From Holne take the Hexworthy road, past reservoir for about 2 miles Car park is by Tor before the Cattle Grid.
		Meet in large car park west of Tor.
	www.dartmoor-npa.gov.uk /index/visiting/vi-eventsguidedwalks/information-newpage-2.htm (829 words)

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