Helman Tor is a nature reserve and Scheduled Ancient Monument with a granite ridge, logan stone and prehistoric hill fort. It is believed that the site dates back around 6,000 years to the Neolithic period.

Covering over 500 acres, the nature reserve is made up of wetland, heathland, oak woodland and ponds that attract many wildlife species.

Justin (Justo)

May 1, 2024

Cycling

On a clear day the views are awesome! Unfortunately being Cornwall you'll normally be getting soaked to the bone as the rain comes in sideways...

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Fowey Estuary loop from Bodmin — Cornwall

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River Fowey loop via Helman Tor - Cornwall

46.2km

03:20

840m

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Treffry Viaduct – Helman Tor loop from Par

38.4km

02:37

510m

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Elevation 150 m

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Tuesday 5 May

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26 %

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Max wind speed: 12.0 km/h

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Location: Lanlivery, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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