Wistman's Wood, Dartmoor fact, folklore and legend.

Today we explore the legendary Wistman's Wood where we like talk about the ancient woods history.
We will also explore some of the Folklore attached to this legendary place.

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Since recording Visitors to Dartmoor are being asked to keep out Wistman's Wood to protect the fragile habitat.

"Moss and lichen can take hundreds of years to form, but it only takes five minutes to destroy."

Natural England, which manages the trees, is now asking people to avoid going in among the trees and boulders, and to "walk around" the wood instead.

A spokesperson from Natural England said: "This still allows you to get a real sense of the special nature of this wonderful site.

During recording Stick and broom treated the woodland with the upmost respect,
every step carefully considered to preserve this ancient woodland.

So please join us as we explore the now forbidden wood.