Hound Tor Deserted Medieval Village

Hound Tor is a deserted medieval village perched on Dartmoor near Torquay, where you can explore the stone ruins of houses and a church dating back centuries. The site sits on open moorland with a half-mile walk from Swallerton Gate Car Park—terrain is uneven and the climb is challenging, so plan accordingly and bring water for both of you. Dogs on a lead are welcome to explore the site and moorland around it.

Keep them close to livestock: ponies and sheep graze freely across the moor, so recall and lead control are essential. The terrain is remote and exposure can be intense in poor weather. This is a solid outdoor heritage day out for dog owners who enjoy a moorland ramble.

An audio guide is available and nearby facilities offer a break on the way back. The daylight-access model makes it a straightforward stop if you're already near Torquay and fancy history with your walk.