Bellever Forest
Postbridge, Yelverton, Devon, PL20 6TU
About this walk
Bellever Forest near Postbridge is a beautiful place for a walk. Whether it’s a gentle stroll by the East Dart River or an exhilarating walk up to Bellever Tor it’s a beautiful and tranquil setting and a great place to visit with the whole family. It’s also a wonderful place to bring dogs for a walk, with plenty of space for them to burn energy and the beautiful river for a swim or a quick drink of water. It’s advisable to keep dogs on lead around the picnic area.
Postbridge Trail
A circular route along forestry tracks with stunning views out across open moorland and the opportunity to make a detour up Bellever Tor.
Distances
3 miles (4.5km)
Time
1.5 hours
Start/Finish
Forestry Commission car park, Postbridge SX646787
Terrain
Mostly surfaced forestry tracks with some steep rocky sections.
Maps
OS Explorer OL28 Dartmoor
Leaflet
Explore Bellever Forest
Public Transport
The 98 Tavistock to Yelverton bus service runs via Postbridge and Bellever daily Monday – Saturday.
Parking
Free forest car park.
Nearby Attractions
Postbridge Visitor Centre Postbridge clapper bridge.
Refreshments
There is a village shop, pub and hotel in Postbridge all within walking distance of the start of the route.
Bellever Trail
A peaceful walk through the forest where you may stumble across silent hut circles, grazing ponies and even deer.
Distances
2.5 miles (4km)
Time
1.25 hours
Start/Finish
Main Forestry Commission car park, Bellever SX656773
Terrain
Mostly surfaced forestry tracks with some gentle slopes.
Maps
OS Explorer OL28 Dartmoor
Leaflet
Explore Bellever Forest
Public Transport
The 98 Tavistock to Yelverton bus service runs via Postbridge and Bellever daily Monday – Saturday.
Parking
Forestry Commission car park. Pay & Display – £1 for 2 hours. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available.
Nearby Attractions
Bellever YHA
Refreshments
There is a village shop, pub and hotel in Postbridge.