What is recorded here
Devil's Tor is a prominent rocky outcrop in West Devon, rising to approximately 350 metres. It is composed of Devonian slate and is associated with local folklore involving the Devil, a common motif in Cornish and Devonian hill names. The site is significant for its geological interest and as a landmark in the Dartmoor fringes.
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Places near here
Beardown ManArchaeological place · 38 yd
Beardown Man standing stoneScheduled monument · 39 yd
Conies Down TorMountain / peak · 977 yd
Cowsic HeadSpring · 986 yd
Maiden HillMountain / peak · 1034 yd
Brown's HouseRuins · 1.2 mi
West Dart HeadSpring · 1.3 mi
Wistman's WoodForest or wood · 1.8 mi
Wistman's Wood (Nature Reserve)Wood · 1.8 mi
Turf House - DartmoorOld home or work place · 2.0 mi
Kit RocksNamed rock · 2.2 mi
DartmoorFamous place · 2.4 miOther information
Photo: Guy Wareham · CC BY-SA 2.0