Exmoor Events Calendar
May 2025
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The Lynton & Barnstaple Railway: Postcode Week
Exmoor Pony Society Stallion Parade and Spring Show
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.
07376852090 Exmoorarearep@gmail.comWatercolour 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:
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
01598 753486 Contact@cliffrailwaylynton.co.ukCliff 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.
01598 753486 Contact@cliffrailwaylynton.co.ukStargazing 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.
01598 740338 spacedetectives@yahoo.comRalegh's Cross Long Walk
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.
01984 640892 drwthw@gmail.comAn Introduction to Dry Stone Walling
Golden Horseshoe Ride 60th Anniversary
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.
ghs2023@onthehoofdt.co.ukDulverton 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).
hello@visitdulverton.comStargazing @ 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.
01398 371244 holworthyfarm@aol.comBrayford Duck Race
Exmoor Pony Centre: Family Fun Extravaganza
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.
hello@visitdulverton.comBrendon 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.
01598 741343 lalindevon@yahoo.co.ukSt Petrock's Patronal Festival
Village Festival with historical materials, tours, childrens activities in church field, BBQ and licensed bar.
01643 841500 marion@j-mail.org