Yes Tor facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Yes Tor |
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Yes Tor
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 619 m (2,031 ft) |
| Prominence | 24 m (79 ft) |
| Listing | Nuttall |
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 Yes Tor
Location in Devon
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| Location | Dartmoor, England |
| OS grid | SX580901 |
| Topo map | OS Landranger 191 |
Yes Tor is a well-known hill located in Dartmoor, Devon, in South West England. It is the second highest point in the Dartmoor area. Yes Tor stands 619 meters (about 2,031 feet) above sea level.
It is one of only two peaks in England, south of the Peak District National Park, that are taller than 2,000 feet. The other tall peak is High Willhays, which is very close by. Yes Tor is just 2 meters (about 7 feet) lower than High Willhays.
Visiting Yes Tor Safely
Yes Tor is located within a special area used by the British Army for training. This means it is part of a firing range. Because of this, you can only visit Yes Tor safely on certain days.
To make sure it is safe to visit, you need to check the current Dartmoor Firing Notice. This notice tells you when the army is not doing any firing. Always check this information before planning a trip to Yes Tor.
