Top cyclists were working up a thirst on Dartmoor last weekend, taking part in the gruelling Dartmoor Legend Sportive cycle race, sponsored by Dartmoor Brewery.
With 18,000 feet of ascent on the 200 mile Ultra course, The Dartmoor Legend is definitely not for the faint hearted. The route took cyclists around the entire perimeter of Dartmoor, and over a whole series of iconic hill climbs including Dartmeet, Doccombe, Haytor, Holne, Merrivale, Newbridge, Peak Hill, Pork Hill and Widecombe - with gradients hitting an exhausting 25% in places. For the competitors, the scenery and views of Dartmoor along the way were perhaps as breathtaking as the...
We're right in the heart of Dartmoor for a spotlight on our latest Pub of the Week - The Horse, in the bustling and picturesque moorland town of Moretonhampstead.
You'll find The Horse right in the centre of town, and it makes a perfect refuelling stop on a day out on the moors, with high moorland, rugged tors and the stunning Teign Valley all close by.
The Horse has a real sense of style to it - full of contemporary design touches, yet still showing off the historic features of this lovely old building. A rustic bar, squashy leather sofas, it's chilly, and a light-flooded courtyard...
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