to add an item to your Itinerary basket.
Rock Idols: a new vision of Dartmoor's tors
Derrys Cross
Plymouth
Devon
PL1 2SW
Opening Times
| Season (1 May 2025) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Thursday | 19:30 | - 20:30 |
Prices
Free
About us
Join us for our Anniversary Lecture as Alex Murdin and Sophie Pierce provide a new vision of Dartmoor's tors in this illustrated talk.
From devils and druids to timeless tors, join artist Alex Murdin and writer Sophie Pierce as they explore Dartmoor in words and pictures. Their new book, Rock Idols: a guide to Dartmoor in 28 tors, is thought to be the first illustrated guide to Dartmoor in many years, with new, original drawings of these mysterious monoliths, which Victorian writers described as 'rock idols' because they believed they were worshipped by the Druids.
Sophie and Alex will explore why these ancient stones continue to fascinate us, and will show a series of stunning new drawings of the tors, as well as intriguing Victorian etchings of some of Dartmoor's most famous features including Scorhill Stone Circle and the Dewerstone. They will share their adventures exploring the tors, and delve into some of the fascinating folklore, geology and history of Dartmoor.
Alex Murdin is an artist who has lived on Dartmoor for over 25 years. Inspired by the moor's granite landscape, he writes and draws to reconnect human and non-human worlds.
Sophie Pierce is a writer and photographer drawn to the wild landscapes and ancient history of Dartmoor. She is fascinated by its emotional power and passionate about sharing its stories.
Entry is free. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/rock-idols-a-new-vision-of-dartmoors-tors-tickets-1257116010829?aff=oddtdtcreator
