TORS OF DARTMOOR
a database of both lesser- & well-known rocks and outcrops
Clan Tor This is an altogether fine small tor that is set high on the east bank of the river between the rock strewn Spitchwick Common and the lovely riverside walk into Dartmeet. Continuing the Mustelidae theme of badger related features in the East Dart region to the north of Badger's Holt at Dartmeet, a clan or colony is the name given to collection of the creatures in one group.  Consisting of three large overhangs resting upon a huge boulder, the unusual effect of the tor is to create a low shelf of granite within a cave on the west side. A person can easily sit upon the seat and rest within the shelter protecting themselves from a passing shower or storm from the east.  The cave looks out to the river and beyond to Brimpts and Brake Plantation which is a special view. There are other large boulders in the vicinity that are indicative of a once prominent rockpile here. In the absence of any other name or description of these rocks with all their caves and holes beneath the name of Clan Tor seems appropriate albeit speculative, as the once probable home of a family or colony of badgers here. 
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