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Hamel Down Cross
Devon
Hamel Down Cross stands on the open moor between Moretonhampstead and Chagford, a simple granite cross that has marked this high ground for centuries. Such crosses are characteristic of Dartmoor, serving as waymarkers and boundary stones across the exposed moorland where paths could easily be lost.
The cross is likely medieval in date, though the moor's history of use extends far deeper. Visiting today, you find a quiet, windswept spot with wide views across the landscape. It remains a working landmark for walkers and a reminder of the routes and territories that have shaped Dartmoor for generations.
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