If you're looking for truly historic pubs on Dartmoor, we have good news for you. Founded as an 18th-century posting inn, the White Hart Hotel captures the character and history of this unique landscape like few other places on Earth.
For centuries, we served as a pillar of the community and a beacon of comfort for weary travellers. Now, thanks to a £500,000 refurbishment, that beacon shines brightly once again. Come – meet, make friends and be merry. Relax with a local cider or fruity cocktail. Experience the real essence of Dartmoor and a slice of genuine Dartmoor hospitality.
The White Hart Hotel is unique for the sheer variety of drinks on offer. Regional beers are a speciality – and we always have at least two real ales on draught. Cider fans, too, are spoiled for choice with a selection of favourites from some of Devon's best-loved local cideries.
There's more where those came from. Zingy spirits (absinthe included). Fruity, freshly mixed cocktails and mocktails. Soft drinks, hot drinks and low/no-alcohol alternatives. Explore our drinks menus in our pub on Dartmoor for the full curated selection.
Experience the charm of Dartmoor at the White Hart Hotel in Moretonhampstead. Our 28 individually styled rooms combine historic character with modern comforts, including ensuite bathrooms, Sky TV, and complimentary breakfast. Families and well-behaved dogs are welcome, making it the perfect base for a relaxing Dartmoor getaway.
Dartmoor offers a wealth of walking opportunities, from gentle rambles to challenging hikes. The White Hart Hotel's blog features curated routes like the Wray Valley Trail, a 7-mile scenic walk starting just steps from the hotel. For those seeking more adventure, the circular hike from Rippon Tor to Haytor provides stunning views and historical sites.
If you’ve ever wanted to escape into wild, open spaces, Yes Tor and High Willhays in Dartmoor are brilliant. Standing on top, the moor stretches in every direction, heather and grass rolling over the hills, granite tors poking out like islands. The wind whips past, the air smells clean and fresh, and for a few minutes, you forget about everything else.
If you’re visiting the area or staying at the White Hart, this guide explores the history and heritage of Hound Tor in Dartmoor. We’ll suggest some of the best walks and wonders around Hound Tor and how to make the most out of your day out.
With their awe-inspiring views and fascinating rock formations, Haytor and Hound Tor have earned their place among the most popular of Dartmoor’s tors. Meanwhile, Rippon Tor waits patiently beside its famous neighbours, ready to reward those who prefer to take the path less travelled.
One of the National Park’s most iconic sites, Haytor (also known as Haytor Rocks) is located in our wildly beautiful Dartmoor.
Dartmoor has one of the most spectacular landscapes in the country – and more than 160 tors from which you can see it at its finest.
Walks on Dartmoor have inspired artists of all stripes. Take Arthur Conan Doyle, the mind behind Sherlock Holmes. ‘The longer one stays here’, he wrote in The Hound of the Baskervilles, ‘the more does the spirit of the moor sink into one’s soul.’
The formerly ‘tired’ White Hart is once again the superb 250 year old Georgian hostelry it once was, having had its bars, restaurant, kitchen and communal areas totally refurbished by the Jackson family who acquired it in February 2024.
The Jackson family acquired the historic White Hart Hotel on 7th February. It is now temporarily closed for refurbishment and will reopen on 6 June. Bookings are now being taken.