The second-highest point in Cornwall – the first being its neighbour, Brown Willy – Rough Tor makes for a great adventure in the wilds of Bodmin Moor. It has a summit of 1,312 feet (400 m) and shares its bulk with its twin, Little Rough Tor and Showery Tor, on its north extent. As a result, there are plenty of granite boulders to scramble about on.

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Location: St. Breward, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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David Howells

May 6, 2021

Hiking

A lovely Tor to do in conjunction with Brown Willy. Easily accessible from the Rough Tor car park. Impressive rock formations and a generally interesting place to be at with great views.

51m

August 7, 2023

Running

Rough Tor is a striking granite summit on the northern edge of Bodmin Moor. Great views back to the sea or on towards Brown Willy. 400 m high.

Mike

July 17, 2022

Hiking

Done it in the fog .Good for nav skills . Excellent round houses old settlements .as seen on time teams programme.fog lifted had good day well worth the trip

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1. Rough Tor and Brown Willy — Cornwall

7.37km

02:18

290m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Roughtor Moors – Rough Tor loop from Advent

3.68km

01:07

130m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Rough Tor – Roughtor Car Park loop from Tresinney

3.32km

01:02

130m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 390 m

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1. Rough Tor and Brown Willy — Cornwall

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