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Dartmeet, Laughter Hole and Bellever Tor

Notes and points of interest

Dartmeet is a popular tourist spot at the confluence of the East and West Dart rivers. It lies in a deep valley that cuts through the high moor. The village is tiny but the passing pooulation is huge (though many stay only for an hour or so). A hump back bridge crosses the river. An older 'clapper bridge' is partly collapsed and reaches half-way across the river.

Badgers Holt is a resturant at Dartmeet, situated at the extreme end of the public Car Part.

Bellever Tor reaches 1440 feet (443 metres) and is topped by a tumble of rocks that can be easily climbed. The view from the top is attractive, taking in the East Dart valley and several woodland areas.

Laughter Tor is smaller than its neighbour (Bellever Tor) but still offers striking views.

Laughter Hole lies in the valley between the heathland of Babeny and the woodland that fills the area betweeen Laughter Tor and Belever Tor. It is a pretty spot, where a set of stepping stones (see left) crosses the West Dart river.

Hexworthy is a tiny village, virtually devoid of facilities, but blessed with characteristic Dartmoor cottages in an out-of-the-way setting that can sensibly only be visited on foot.