Dartmoor National Park Authority
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Haytor Hoppa (Bus Service 271) – perfect for exploring Dartmoor
Every Saturday: 3 April – 30 October 2010 and
Every Thursday: 27 May – 16 September 2010
This is a circular, scenic bus service which covers the eastern side of Dartmoor - starting and finishing in Bovey Tracey.
Stops en route include Haytor Information Centre – with easy access to Haytor Rocks, the beautiful village of Widecombe-in-the-Moor, Houndtor Rocks, Manaton village, Becky Falls visitor attraction and Yarner Wood – before returning to Bovey Tracey.
Great for:
Walking
circular and linear walks
Haytor audio walk- 6 mile self-guided circular walk
a Dartmoor National Park Authority guided walk
Family days out
treasure hunt -Treasure Trail pack available from Haytor Information Centre
Sightseeing
Shopping
Eating out
View or download the Transmoor and Haytor Hoppa leaflet
Daily fare (hop on/off all day): £2 adult, £1 child (5-15 years), £5 family (up to 2 adults and 3 children – representing fantastic value for a car free day out on Dartmoor. Remember your dog is welcome aboard as well and only 25p for a standard journey
SATURDAY SERVICE
When:
April 3rd - October 30th 2010
Where:
Bovey Tracey Circular (Bovey Tracey - Haytor - Widecombe - HoundTor - Manaton - Becky Falls - Bovey Tracey)
Total journey time is 55 minutes
Departs Bovey Tracey at 1005; 1235; 1435 and 1635
Costs
£2 per adult, £1 per child (5-15 years inclusive) or £5 for a family (up to 2 adults and 3 children)
Also:
Use a Stagecoach Explorer ticket from Exeter/Newton Abbot and beyond. The 39 links with the Haytor Hoppa in Bovey Tracey
Finally:
Use your concession travel pass (except school passes), bring your dog aboard (25p standard journey), get a free guided walk if you arrive by public transport.
THURSDAY SERVICE
When:
May 27th - September 16th 2010
Where:
Bovey Tracey Circular (Bovey Tracey - Haytor - Widecombe - HoundTor - Manaton - Becky Falls - Bovey Tracey)
Total journey time is 55 minutes
Departs Bovey Tracey at 1005; 1205 and 1405
Costs
£2 per adult, £1 per child (5-15 years inclusive) or £5 for a family (up to 2 adults and 3 children)
Also:
Use a Stagecoach Explorer ticket from Exeter/Newton Abbot and beyond. The 39 links with the Haytor Hoppa in Bovey Tracey
Finally:
Use your concession travel pass (except school passes), bring your dog aboard (25p standard journey), get a free guided walk if you arrive by public transport.
For transport information, telephone Traveline 0871 200 22 33 or visit their website www.traveline.org.uk
Why not enjoy a walk and then hop back on the Haytor Hoppa
Number 1 Haytor to Houndtor linear walk 
(PDF Help 958Kb)
Number 2 Manaton to Haytor linear walk (PDF Help 592Kb)
Number 3 Manaton to Houndtor linear walk (PDF Help 580Kb)
Number 4 Manaton and Leighon circular walk (PDF Help 659Kb)
Number 5 Manaton and Lustleigh circular walk (PDF Help 930Kb)
Further Information
Please contact the Haytor Information Centre, telephone 01364 661520.
Open daily Easter – October, then weekends November - Easter. Tel. 01364 661520
Page updated 14 June 2010
