Sometimes called Cawsand Beacon or Cosdon Hill, Cosdon Beacon was once thought to be the highest peak on Dartmoor. Willhayes has since taken the crown but that doesn't take away the immenseness of this spot.

Bronze Age settlements have been found on the west of the hill and evidence of neolithic tools. It is peppered with cairns and kistvaens which shine a light on the historic importance of the site.

On a clear day both the English and Bristol Channels can be see from high up here.

Joanne Parker-Groom

April 19, 2022

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Elevation 540 m

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Location: South Tawton, West Devon, Devon, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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