Anstey Rhiney Moor

Downs, Moorland in Devon North Devon

England

Anstey Rhiney Moor

Exmoor Ponies on Anstey Money Common
Exmoor Ponies on Anstey Money Common Credit: Grant Sherman

Anstey Rhiney Moor, located in Devon, England, is a picturesque area known for its stunning downs and moorland landscapes. Stretching over a vast expanse of approximately 10 square kilometers, this natural paradise offers visitors a unique and diverse experience.

The moorland of Anstey Rhiney Moor is characterized by its rolling hills, heather-covered landscapes, and vast open spaces. It is home to a variety of flora and fauna, including rare species such as the Dartford warbler, the adder snake, and the Dartmoor pony. Visitors can enjoy leisurely walks or challenging hikes through the moor, immersing themselves in the tranquility of nature.

The downs of Anstey Rhiney Moor are another highlight of the area. With their sweeping grasslands and panoramic views, they provide the perfect setting for outdoor activities such as picnicking, kite flying, and birdwatching. The downs are also a popular spot for paragliding and hang gliding enthusiasts, offering breathtaking aerial views of the surrounding countryside.

Anstey Rhiney Moor is not only a haven for nature lovers but also a site of historical significance. The area is dotted with ancient archaeological remains, including burial mounds and stone circles, dating back thousands of years. These remnants provide a fascinating glimpse into the region's rich history and cultural heritage.

Overall, Anstey Rhiney Moor is a must-visit destination for those seeking a blend of natural beauty, outdoor adventure, and historical intrigue. Whether you are a nature enthusiast, a history buff, or simply looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life, this enchanting corner of Devon is sure to captivate your senses.

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Anstey Rhiney Moor Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.055596/-3.6511271 or Grid Reference SS8429. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Exmoor Ponies on Anstey Money Common
Exmoor Ponies on Anstey Money Common
Anstey Money Common On the Two Moors Way
Anstey Money Common
On the Two Moors Way
Exmoor ponies on Woodland Common Near Badlake Moor Cross
Exmoor ponies on Woodland Common
Near Badlake Moor Cross
IIMW sculpture by Peter Randall Page See also Granite Song in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SX7189">SX7189</a>
IIMW sculpture by Peter Randall Page
See also Granite Song in SX7189
West Anstey: near Woodland Common Looking east
West Anstey: near Woodland Common
Looking east
West Anstey: Woodland Common The common has recently stripped of gorse. Looking north east from a point above Woodland Farm
West Anstey: Woodland Common
The common has recently stripped of gorse. Looking north east from a point above Woodland Farm
West Anstey Common The Ridge Road over West Anstey Common.
West Anstey Common
The Ridge Road over West Anstey Common.
Molland: Brimblecombe Hill Heather and bracken close to the road at Anstey Gate: the road sign on the horizon indicates the location. It warns of a cattle grid at the gate. Looking west
Molland: Brimblecombe Hill
Heather and bracken close to the road at Anstey Gate: the road sign on the horizon indicates the location. It warns of a cattle grid at the gate. Looking west
West Anstey: Anstey Gate Looking west-north-west towards Molland Common
West Anstey: Anstey Gate
Looking west-north-west towards Molland Common
Molland: above Anstey’s Combe Looking south from White Moor
Molland: above Anstey’s Combe
Looking south from White Moor
West Anstey: on West Anstey Common Looking north towards Shircombe Farm. Below the farm, nearer the camera, the Dane’s Brook turns through a right angle to run south-south-west past Lyshwell Wood before resuming a more easterly course. It has a confluence with the Barle near Mounsey Castle.
West Anstey: on West Anstey Common
Looking north towards Shircombe Farm. Below the farm, nearer the camera, the Dane’s Brook turns through a right angle to run south-south-west past Lyshwell Wood before resuming a more easterly course. It has a confluence with the Barle near Mounsey Castle.
West Anstey: towards Lyshwell Farm Looking north west on the edge of the moor towards Exmoor farmland
West Anstey: towards Lyshwell Farm
Looking north west on the edge of the moor towards Exmoor farmland
West Anstey: Anstey Rhiney Moor Looking east-north-east over the Dane’s Brook valley
West Anstey: Anstey Rhiney Moor
Looking east-north-east over the Dane’s Brook valley
West Anstey: riders near Anstey Gate Looking north on West Anstey Common with Lyshwell, left, and Cloggs farms in shadow in the distance
West Anstey: riders near Anstey Gate
Looking north on West Anstey Common with Lyshwell, left, and Cloggs farms in shadow in the distance
West Anstey: ewes and lambs Near Overwell, looking south west
West Anstey: ewes and lambs
Near Overwell, looking south west
Badlake Moor Cross This finger post gives distances on the Two Moors Way.
Badlake Moor Cross
This finger post gives distances on the Two Moors Way.
Brimblecombe Cottage Taken from footpath through Combe Wood
Brimblecombe Cottage
Taken from footpath through Combe Wood
A Path Divided The trees mark the way through the woods near Combe
A Path Divided
The trees mark the way through the woods near Combe
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Anstey Rhiney Moor is located at Grid Ref: SS8429 (Lat: 51.055596, Lng: -3.6511271)

Administrative County: Devon

District: North Devon

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.055596,-3.6511271
Memorial to Froude Hancock
Historic: memorial
Lat/Long: 51.0544458/-3.6567896
Historic: boundary_stone
Inscription: Boundary of the Moorland Memorial to Froude Hancock subscribed for by over 500 of his friends
Lat/Long: 51.0540373/-3.6561728
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