| Ingra Tor occupies a prominent position overlooking
the Walkham Valley. A small quarry was developed on its east side during
the 19th century, now abandoned. There are sheer drops from the top of the
tor to the quarry floor. In the quarry itself there are two round stone
crane bases.
Nearby lies the abandoned Plymouth and Dartmoor Railway which was opened
in 1823 to serve the nearby granite quarries. Originally horse drawn,
the stretch between Princetown and Yelverton later became a steam operated
branch line of the Great Western Railway. This opened in 1883 carrying
both passengers and freight and closed in 1956. The branch line left Yelverton
and passed through four stations before reaching its terminus in Princetown
at a height of 1372 feet. These stations were Dousland station, Burrator
& Sheepstor Halt, Ingra Tor Halt and King Tor Hart. Ingra Tor Halt
opened on 2 March 1936 and consisted of a wood platform and shelter. The
remains of these can still be seen. The railway line itself is a popular
route for cyclists and walkers. |
