Dartmoor's north moor is criss-crossed with several peat passes which were cut at about the turn of the 20th century. The main purpose of these peat passes was to allow easier and safer access to the hunt who were often unable to pursue foxes through the very difficult and boggy terrain. The cutting of these passes was organised by Frank Phillpotts and most of the passes were marked with brass plaques on granite marker posts at each end, some of which have sadly now disappeared. The Huggaton Cut Peat Pass is one of the least significant of these passes and is not particularly easy to follow.
Please Note: This is a Military Training Area on which live firing and other pyrotechnics may be used. The area is generally open public access. One of the safety rules for public access is:- Do not, (and ensure that children do not) approach, touch or pick up any metal objects lying on the ground. Please obey all bylaws and locally posted information concerning times when the area may be closed. These may be physical barriers, marker posts, flags, lights or manned control posts.
The weather on Dartmoor can change suddenly and unexpectedly and ALL types of weather conditions can be experienced. Please ensure that you have the correct clothing and map & compass (and know how to use them). Please do NOT rely solely on your GPS.
I would like to thank the Dartmoor National Parks Authority for their kind permission to place this cache which complies with their geocaching guidelines.