Leusdon

Settlement in Devon Teignbridge

England

Leusdon

Old Bridge Marker near Buckland Bridge, Widecombe in the Moor County Bridge Marker on the northwest side of the road southwest of Buckland Bridge, River Webburn. Widecombe in the Moor parish. Inscribed C to mark the extent of roadway adjoining the bridge that the County was obliged to maintain.

Milestone Society National ID: DV_WIDEC01br — Old Bridge Marker near Buckland Bridge, Widecombe in the Moor Credit: T Jenkinson

Leusdon is a small hamlet located in the county of Devon, England. Situated on the southern edge of Dartmoor National Park, it is known for its picturesque countryside and tranquil atmosphere. The hamlet is nestled amidst rolling hills and lush green fields, providing breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.

Leusdon is home to a small population, primarily consisting of local residents who appreciate the peacefulness and natural beauty of the area. The community is close-knit, with a strong sense of camaraderie among its inhabitants.

Despite its size, Leusdon offers a few amenities for its residents and visitors. The hamlet has a charming country pub, which serves as a gathering place for locals and a welcoming spot for tourists to relax and enjoy a traditional meal. The pub often hosts live music events and other community gatherings, adding to the hamlet's vibrant atmosphere.

Nature enthusiasts flock to Leusdon for its proximity to Dartmoor National Park, which offers a wide range of outdoor activities. Hiking, cycling, and horseback riding are popular pursuits among visitors, who can explore the park's vast moorland, ancient woodlands, and sparkling rivers.

Leusdon's idyllic location also makes it a convenient base for exploring the wider region. The nearby market towns of Ashburton and Totnes offer additional amenities, including shops, cafes, and historical sites.

In summary, Leusdon is a charming and peaceful hamlet in Devon, known for its stunning natural surroundings, friendly community, and proximity to Dartmoor National Park.

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Leusdon Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.544431/-3.8243534 or Grid Reference SX7073. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old Bridge Marker near Buckland Bridge, Widecombe in the Moor

County Bridge Marker on the northwest side of the road southwest of Buckland Bridge, River Webburn. Widecombe in the Moor parish. Inscribed C to mark the extent of roadway adjoining the bridge that the County was obliged to maintain. Milestone Society National ID: DV_WIDEC01br

T Jenkinson

Poundsgate Chapel, Dartmoor

This is a well-known landmark for those crossing Dartmoor from Ashburton to Princetown or Tavistock. It was built as a place of worship in 1833 and has been in regular use ever since.

Richard Rogerson

Tavistock Inn, Poundsgate

PAUL FARMER

Moorland in autumn, Ponsworthy, Devon

Oswald Bertram

Sherbeton Common, Dartmoor, Devon

Oswald Bertram

Stile and gate at the start of a footpath to Ponsworthy

From one of the minor roads on Bel Tor; the walls are granite

David Smith

Track in the mist on Sherberton Common

A track onto the common land from a minor road north-east of Bel Tor

David Smith

Ditch and earth wall on Mel Tor

The Two Moors Way runs beside this feature on the moor SX6972 : Two Moors Way, Mel Tor

David Smith

Two Moors Way in the mist on Mel Tor

David Smith

Two Moors Way on Dr Blackall's Drive in the mist

The "Drive" is often rough, with rocky outcrops

David Smith

Old Walls Turbine Building

For description of the Hydro-electric power installation see Link

See SX7074 : West Webburn River; the weir for Old Walls and SX7074 : Widecombe in the Moor: Old Walls leat 1 for pictures of the weir and leat that supply the water to the turbines.

Guy Wareham

Old Walls disused turbine building

Now superseded by the installation shown in SX6974 : Old Walls Turbine Building. For a description of the Old Walls hydro-electric scheme see Link

Guy Wareham

Two Moors Way near Bel Tor, 2001

A party of walkers sets off for Dr Blackall's Drive and the two Moors Way to Holne. Mel Tor is visible ahead, and the gleam across the Dart valley is Venford Reservoir.

Derek Harper

Meltor Wood, 2001

Low trees on the steep side of the Dart valley, seen from the Two Moors Way following Dr Blackall's Drive. The rainbow is between Sharp Tor and Mel Tor; on the opposite side are crags at Bench Tor.

Derek Harper

Old Milestone, Sherberton Common

The milestone is located on an unclassified road below Corndon Down, at the slow bends between crossways, 400m South West of Lock's Gate, on the bank close to road edge under a gorse bush, on the south side of road. Parish of Buckland in the Moor (Teignbridge District). Carved stone post, Old Widecombe stone design, erected by the parish in the 18th century. For later image see: DV_WDTV03 SX6973 : Old Milestone on Sherberton Common Inscription reads:- : W(idecombe in the Moor) 3 : Devon & Dartmoor HER. HER Number: MDV123118 Link

Milestone Society National ID: DV_WDTV03

Milestone Society

Old Milestone on Sherberton Common

Carved stone post by the UC road, in parish of Buckland in the Moor (Teignbridge District), Sherberton Common, below Corndon Down, at slow bends between crossways, 400m South West of Lock's Gate, on bank close to road edge, under gorse bush, on South side of road. Old Widecombe stone, erected by the parish in the 18th century. For older photo see: SX6973 : Old Milestone, Sherberton Common Inscription reads:- W 3 (Widecombe in the Moor) Devon & Dartmoor HER. HER Number: MDV123118 Link

Milestone Society National ID: DV_WDTV03

Alan Rosevear

River Dart: Valley between Bench Tor and Hockinston Tor

This is a view looking down into the valley from one of the rocky outcrops that form Bench Tor. In the foreground is the very steeply sloping White Wood, while on the other side of the river is Meltor Wood. Looking at the contours on the old Ordnance Survey 1:25,000 scale mapping the photographer would estimate that there is a drop of some 500 feet from where he was standing to the river below.

Nigel Cox