Tors Wood

Wood, Forest in Devon South Hams

England

Tors Wood

Waddeton Road The lane to Pords Bridge spends a mere 180 metres in the square.
Waddeton Road Credit: Derek Harper

Tors Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Devon, England. Situated on the eastern edge of Dartmoor National Park, it spans an area of approximately 100 acres and is renowned for its natural beauty and diverse wildlife.

The wood is characterized by a mix of mature oak, beech, and birch trees, which create a dense canopy that provides shade and shelter to a variety of flora and fauna. The forest floor is adorned with a rich carpet of bluebells and wildflowers during the spring months, adding a vibrant burst of color to the landscape.

Tors Wood is intersected by a network of walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its tranquil surroundings. These paths wind their way through the woods, leading to hidden glades, babbling brooks, and enchanting viewpoints. The wood is also home to a number of rocky outcrops, or tors, which offer panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

The wood is teeming with wildlife, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts. Birdwatchers will be delighted to spot species such as woodpeckers, buzzards, and tawny owls, while small mammals like badgers and foxes can often be glimpsed darting between the trees. The wood is also home to a diverse range of insects, including butterflies and dragonflies.

Tors Wood is a popular destination for both locals and tourists alike, offering a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whether it's a leisurely stroll, a picnic among nature, or simply a moment of solitude, this idyllic woodland provides a serene retreat for all who venture within its boundaries.

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Tors Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.395879/-3.5830126 or Grid Reference SX8756. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Waddeton Road The lane to Pords Bridge spends a mere 180 metres in the square.
Waddeton Road
The lane to Pords Bridge spends a mere 180 metres in the square.
Field by Waddeton Road The field to the southeast of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6911336">SX8556 : Field by Waddeton Road</a>.
Field by Waddeton Road
The field to the southeast of SX8556 : Field by Waddeton Road.
Field by Waddeton Road Looking left from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6911336">SX8556 : Field by Waddeton Road</a>, with trees along the boundary with the field shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6918139">SX8556 : Field by Waddeton Road</a>.
Field by Waddeton Road
Looking left from SX8556 : Field by Waddeton Road, with trees along the boundary with the field shown in SX8556 : Field by Waddeton Road.
Broadsands : Hookhills Viaduct by Brunel More at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2475112">SX8957 : Hookhills Viaduct</a>.
Broadsands : Hookhills Viaduct by Brunel
Broadsands : Hookhills Viaduct by Brunel More at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2475112">SX8957 : Hookhills Viaduct</a>.
Broadsands : Hookhills Viaduct by Brunel
Train at Churston station, 1977 Great Western Railway 4575 Class 2-6-2T number 4588 leaves Churston station with a train heading for Paignton. 100 of this class were built at Swindon between 1927-1929. 4588 is one of 11 which still survive.

The Paignton to Kingswear line was officially closed by British Rail in October 1972, but was sold to the Dart Valley Light Railway Ltd in December 1972 and services were able to continue as the Torbay Steam Railway.

When photographed in 1977, the line through the station was single track. The loop was reinstated in 1979.
Train at Churston station, 1977
Great Western Railway 4575 Class 2-6-2T number 4588 leaves Churston station with a train heading for Paignton. 100 of this class were built at Swindon between 1927-1929. 4588 is one of 11 which still survive. The Paignton to Kingswear line was officially closed by British Rail in October 1972, but was sold to the Dart Valley Light Railway Ltd in December 1972 and services were able to continue as the Torbay Steam Railway. When photographed in 1977, the line through the station was single track. The loop was reinstated in 1979.
4588 at Churston Great Western Railway 4575 Class 2-6-2T number 4588 goes under the road bridge at Churston station with a train heading for Paignton. 100 of this class were built at Swindon between 1927-1929. 4588 is one of 11 which still survive.

The part of the bridge seen here (which carried the A379, Dartmouth Road over the railway) was originally over a double track. There was a smaller arch to the right which went over the single track branch line to Brixham. The whole bridge has been replaced by a modern and much wider concrete version since this photograph was taken in 1977.
4588 at Churston
Great Western Railway 4575 Class 2-6-2T number 4588 goes under the road bridge at Churston station with a train heading for Paignton. 100 of this class were built at Swindon between 1927-1929. 4588 is one of 11 which still survive. The part of the bridge seen here (which carried the A379, Dartmouth Road over the railway) was originally over a double track. There was a smaller arch to the right which went over the single track branch line to Brixham. The whole bridge has been replaced by a modern and much wider concrete version since this photograph was taken in 1977.
Class 03 at Churston Class 03 No. 03371 shunts USATC 2-8-0T No. 2253 at Churston station on the Dartmouth Steam Railway.
Class 03 at Churston
Class 03 No. 03371 shunts USATC 2-8-0T No. 2253 at Churston station on the Dartmouth Steam Railway.
Greenway viaduct and the River Dart
Greenway viaduct and the River Dart
Greenway House Agatha Christie's house, the scene of some of her novels.
Greenway House
Agatha Christie's house, the scene of some of her novels.
Sandridge Point Complete with a small boathouse.
Sandridge Point
Complete with a small boathouse.
Greenway House from the river I'm not sure whether the higher building here is the main house, or an outbuilding.
Greenway House from the river
I'm not sure whether the higher building here is the main house, or an outbuilding.
Dittisham Sailing Club Nestled among trees on the west bank of the river.
Dittisham Sailing Club
Nestled among trees on the west bank of the river.
Jetty at Lower Dittisham On the west bank of the river.
Jetty at Lower Dittisham
On the west bank of the river.
The Quay at Lower Dittisham On the west bank of the river.
The Quay at Lower Dittisham
On the west bank of the river.
The Greenway ferry The ferry links the national trust property at Greenway with the village of Lower Dittisham on the opposite bank of the Dart.
The Greenway ferry
The ferry links the national trust property at Greenway with the village of Lower Dittisham on the opposite bank of the Dart.
Northern boathouse at Greenway  This is not the better known boathouse below Greenway, associated with both Sir Walter Raleigh and Agatha Christie, but another a short distance upstream.
Northern boathouse at Greenway
This is not the better known boathouse below Greenway, associated with both Sir Walter Raleigh and Agatha Christie, but another a short distance upstream.
The Anchor Stone near Greenway  A prominent rock in the river Dart, with warning beacon.
The Anchor Stone near Greenway
A prominent rock in the river Dart, with warning beacon.
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Tors Wood is located at Grid Ref: SX8756 (Lat: 50.395879, Lng: -3.5830126)

Administrative County: Devon

District: South Hams

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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