Kit Hill Country Park

Kit Hill Country Park, Callington, Cornwall

Type: Country Park/Nature Reserve

Climbing to just under 1000 feet (334m) above sea level Kit Hill is the highest point of Hingston Down Ridge, within the Tamar Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Kit Hill is situated between Bodmin Moor and Dartmoor. The abundant archaeological remains are a reminder of the metal and stone extractive industries, which once took place on the hill. Formerly owned by the Duchy of Cornwall, Kit Hill was given to the people of Cornwall in 1985 to celebrate the birth of Prince William. With its 400 acres (152 hectares) for public enjoyment, Kit Hill is an ideal place for a wide range of activities including bird watching, kite flying and walking. Dramatic views stretch across the Tamar Valley toward Dartmoor in the east and Plymouth and the sea to the south. At the summit, three viewing tables help you identify features as you view the surrounding countryside.

Cornish Mining World Heritage Site Attraction.

Contact Details

Kit Hill Office
Clitters
Callington
CORNWALL
PL17 8HW

Tel: +44 01579 351681

Fax: +44 01579 351681

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Information

Ticket Information

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
FreeFree

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

Opening Times

Open All Year
01/01/2012 - 31/12/2012
01/01/2013 - 31/12/2013

Facilities

Provider Preferences

  • In countryside
  • Outdoor Attraction

Accessibility

  • Guide Dogs Permitted

Parking & Transport

  • Parking (free)

Catering

  • Picnic Site

Specialist Features

  • Marketed towards families

Tours and Demonstrations

  • Educational Visits Accepted
  • Guided Tours Available for Groups

Road Directions

From Liskeard, Plymouth, Callington directions follow the A390 towards Tavistock – 2 miles out of the town turn left at signs to Kit Hill and Louis Tearoom. Just at the brow of the hill turn left through the main entrance in the country park. Situated just off the B3257 – between Kelly Bray and the A390 there is a smaller car park (not signed).

Public Transport Directions

First Devon and Cornwall bus runs between Tavistock and Callington, passing Gunnislake station. During the summer months there is a Sunday service going up to the summit of Kit Hill.