Exmoor Events Calendar

May 2025

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The Lynton & Barnstaple Railway: Postcode Week

Are you resident in the TA or EX postcode areas? Bring along proof of your
address on the day to display at our station shop and enjoy a relaxing  train ride for just £2.00 per person. (Terms & Conditions apply please see the Lynton and Barnstaple  website).
Holidaying in the area during this time? You can still visit us and travel for the standard fare!
Contact phone 01598 763487 Contact email enquiries@lynton-rail.co.uk

Exmoor Pony Society Stallion Parade and Spring Show

Photo of Exmoor Ponies
Emmetts on Exmoor, Simonsbath, Somerset. TA24 7LD

The EPS Stallion Parade and Spring Show is a chance to showcase Stallions and to show off prospective Colts, followed by showing classes which can lead to qualifying for the EPS Pony of the Year.

Contact phone 07376852090 Contact email Exmoorarearep@gmail.com

Watercolour Class with Chris Howe

All abilities and experience are catered for.
Materials supplied, learn in a fun atmosphere with friendly tutor Chris Howe
£23 per person for each two-hour session.
Booking essential. Please contact Chris Howe for more information and to book:

Contact phone 07969 388815 Contact email chriswivey@hotmail.com

Lynton and Lynmouth Cliff Railway Talk and Tours 2025

Come and meet one of our engineers,  hear about how the Cliff Railway works, find out when, how and why it was built.  We start with a talk and film show and then move on to a tour of the bottom station, to see how it works in real time.  Loads of opportunities to ask questions.  Price includes a free souvenir guide and return travel on the Cliff Railway. £15 per person.  Booking essential 01598 753486

Contact phone 01598 753486 Contact email Contact@cliffrailwaylynton.co.uk

Cliff Railway Day - Victorian & Steampunk Gathering

A Celebration of the Cliff Railway, the largest Steampunk and Victorian gathering in Devon.  Entertainment, market stalls and much more.  A day of fun and laughter, suitable for the whole family. No need to book, just turn up.

Contact phone 01598 753486 Contact email Contact@cliffrailwaylynton.co.uk

Stargazing at the Poltimore Inn

Come and Stargaze with us and Space Detectives @ the Poltimore Observatory in North Molton. Experience the darkness of Exmoor skies, enhance your knowledge and have the opportunity to look through and observe the heavens with the observatory telescopes. In the event of cloudy skies, all is not lost as we will include star hopping using a virtual sky as well as take you on a space related journey using our Virtual Reality headsets.

Contact phone 01598 740338 Contact email spacedetectives@yahoo.com

Ralegh's Cross Long Walk

An old sepia photo of the mineral line

The 19c mineral line was built to carry iron ore from the Brendons to Watchet for shipment to South Wales. This is a walk/talk of about 7 miles, steep, but with stops along the way. We visit Beulah Chapel, the old Brendon village and the Winding House. Then we go down the steep Incline to Comberow, through the woods to Leighland Chapel and circle back via a picturesque waterfall. Boots, a packed lunch and waterproofs needed.

Contact phone 01984 640892 Contact email drwthw@gmail.com

An Introduction to Dry Stone Walling

Do you love nature, being outdoors and getting your hands dirty? If so, this could be for you! Spend a morning learning a new skill in this hands-on 3 hour introduction workshop. You will learn the basic principles of how to build a traditional dry stone wall and/or retaining wall, using local stone, and how it will benefit wildlife and support a range of creatures and insects.
Dry stone walling is a positive and calming outdoors experience, and this workshop offers a great opportunity to learn a new skill, in the fresh air, surrounded by nature and wildlife. The course covers basic construction techniques for a Devon dry stone wall. You can work at your own pace, with plenty of opportunity for discussion, then stand back and admire your craftsmanship and enjoy a slice of cake and a hot drink for your hard work!
The workshop price includes full entry into Quince Honey Farm on the day of the workshop, so why not take the opportunity to join our tours and activities and find out about the wonderful world of honeybees too.
Workshop dates in 2025:
Wed 21st May, 10am – 1pm
Sat 21st June, 10am – 1pm
Mon 15th Sep, 10am – 1pm
Cost: £55 per person, including a hot/cold drink, slice of cake and entry into the full attraction at Quince Honey Farm.
Contact phone 01769 572 401 Contact email hello@quincehoneyfarm.co.uk

Golden Horseshoe Ride 60th Anniversary

Photo of Horse show
Exford, TA24 7ND

The original competitive Long Distance (50 mile) Horse Ride in the UK, The Golden Horseshoe Ride is celebrating its 60th Anniversary. Based at the Exford Showground, there will be stands and activities for everyone whilst the riders and their horses explore the wild Exmoor Landscape. Competitors must book; spectators are free with no requirement to book.

Contact email ghs2023@onthehoofdt.co.uk

Dulverton Musical Evening

Dulverton Musical Evening

Visit Dulverton is bringing a brand new event to Dulverton for 2025 – a Musical Evening to be held in Dulverton Town Hall on Saturday 24 May (over the the Spring Bank Holiday weekend).

Contact email hello@visitdulverton.com

Stargazing @ Holworthy Farm with Space Detectives

Stargazing @ Holworthy Farm with Space Detectives is a warm and welcoming event with a 2 course home cooked farmhouse meal and he opportunity to gaze at the wonderous Exmoor Dark Skies from the edge of Wimbleball Lake. There is also the opportunity to stay overnight on a bed and breakfast basis.

Contact phone 01398 371244 Contact email holworthyfarm@aol.com

Brayford Duck Race

Photo of a rubber Duck Race
A fun day for all the family with cream teas, ice creams, hot dogs, plus various stalls as well as a Family Dog Show (Pedigree, Family and Obedience classes).
Come and enjoy the fun, or sit and enjoy listening to the local jazz band.
Duck Race prizes £50, £25, £10 and Other Prizes.
Contact phone 01598 710388 Contact email janejeyes@hotmail.com

Exmoor Pony Centre: Family Fun Extravaganza

Join ponies and people celebrating 25 years of our charity. Family fun with games and celebrations, stalls and all our usual Wednesday afternoon activities such as meeting our ponies, pony grooming, pony rides, craft activities and refreshments. No booking required. Just turn up!
Contact phone 01398 323093 Contact email info@exmoorponycentre.org.uk

Dulverton Farmers Market

A traditional farmers market where you will discover a whole host of artisans and producers from across Exmoor, Devon and Somerset, as well as hot and cold refreshments and live music!  An unmissable monthly summer event.

Contact email hello@visitdulverton.com

Brendon Gardens

gardens

4 gardens in Brendon opening for the NGS (National Garden Scheme) Lunches, homemade teas, plants and bric-a-brac for sale. Display of vintage telephones and toys. W.C. available.

Contact phone 01598 741343 Contact email lalindevon@yahoo.co.uk

St Petrock's Patronal Festival

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Village Festival with historical materials, tours, childrens activities in church field, BBQ and licensed bar.

Contact phone 01643 841500 Contact email marion@j-mail.org

Rockpooling with the Rangers

Photo of a family Rockpooling
Join Exmoor National Park Rangers in the rockpools of Lynmouth. Together we will search for chitons, crabs, sea anemones and find out more about the amazing wildlife that lives on the seashore.
This site is very exposed so please dress for the weather. Water shoes or wellies encouraged. Nets, buckets and knowledge provided.
Attendance is free but if you would like to donate to CareMoor you can do so at Lynmouth National Park Centre opposite.
Contact phone 07970099116 Contact email cwray@exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk