Exmoor Events Calendar
August 2025
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Wild About Exmoor Experience
An evening celebrating everything the Exmoor has to offer: food, history, landscapes, ecology and stars. Weather permitting the evening will end with a short walk and stargazing the Exmoor sky. Alternatively viewing the Exmoor dark sky indoors using a planetarium. Please dress appropriately for the walk, also bringing waterproof footwear and a torch.
01643 851227 triscombeholidays@gmail.comBrendon Gardens
4 gardens opening for the NGS (National Garden Scheme). Lunches, home-made teas. Plants and bric-a-brac for sale. Display of vintage telephones and toys. W.C. available.
01598 741343 lalindevon@yahoo.co.ukPorlock Country Fair
A fun day out for all the family with lots of entertainment and craft stalls, as well as information stands and a variety of catering.
07799 250623 porlockcountryfair@gmail.comBrendon Gardens
4 gardens opening for the NGS (National Garden Scheme). Lunches, home-made teas. Plants and bric-a-brac for sale. Display of vintage telephones and toys. W.C. available.
01598 741343 lalindevon@yahoo.co.ukMusic Holiday Week in Dunster
All About The Infamous Red Deer Of Exmoor
A very interesting, informative & interactive talk & Slide show by Andrew Turner from Red Stag Safaris. Light refreshments provided.
01643 851227 triscombeholidays@gmail.comExmoor Mines Walk
A visit to some interesting mines on Exmoor. Bring your own car! Meet at Simonsbath car park. Explore Wheal Eliza and the Cornham Ford workings or others. If you are interested. contact us giving a phone number or email address by August1 so that details can be arranged. Boots, waterproofs, and a packed lunch are needed.
01984 640892 drwthw@gmail.comRockpooling with the Rangers
Dunster Outback Guided Walk
A 4 mile circular walk (c. 2½ hours) through the ages, from the outskirts of Dunster village up to Bat’s Castle with amazing views of moorland, coast and woodland.
First Wednesday of the month: April - October 2025.
11am start from Dunster National Park Centre, TA24 6SE
Booking advisable: click on the booking link or call Dunster National Park Centre on 01643 821835. Free event (donations welcome to CareMoor)
Please wear suitable clothing and footwear. Some steep inclines.
A moderate level of fitness required
Exmoor Pony Centre: Activity Afternoon
Rockpooling with the Rangers
Brompton Regis Village show and Gymkhana
A traditional village show with Horse show, Gymkhana and a family friendly Dog Show
07973 725848 bromptonregisshow@gmail.comDulverton Family Dog Show
An exciting new event for 2025 for Dulverton’s dog-loving community and visitors! The Dulverton Family Dog Show will be held on the afternoon of Saturday 9 August on the pretty Exmoor Lawns beside the River Barle in the heart of our charming moorland town.
hello@visitdulverton.comChoral and Orchestral Concert in Dunster
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:
Lynmouth Flood Talk and Walk
Join a guided walk around Lynmouth to hear all about how this event unfolded and how it changed the village and the lives of those who lived there. A 2 hour on fairly even ground. Starts at Lynmouth National Park Centre. Booking advisable.2nd Tues of the month - 8 Apr; 13 May; 10 June; 8 July; 12 Aug, 9 Sept; 14 Oct.
01598 752509All About The Infamous Red Deer Of Exmoor
A very interesting, informative & interactive talk & Slide show by Andrew Turner from Red Stag Safaris. Light refreshments provided.
01643 851227 triscombeholidays@gmail.comA Walk through Dunster’s History
Join a guided walk leader and explore the picturesque streetscape and surroundings of Dunster village.
A 2 hour guided walk around a village steeped in history.
Fortnightly on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month April - October
11am start from Dunster National Park Centre TA24 6SE
Booking advisable. Free event with - donations welcome to our CareMoor for Exmoor scheme supporting heritage, nature and access projects on Exmoor.
Please wear suitable clothing and footwear. For more info ask at our Dunster National Park Centre, 01643 821835.
Photo: Nina Dodd
01643 821835Exmoor Pony Centre: Activity Afternoon
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.ukExmoor Pony Centre: Activity Afternoon
Natural History Walk
An easy paced stroll to discover the wildlife of the wonderful habitats and landscapes around Porlock Weir. Starting at 2pm from the Exmoor Natural History Centre adjoining the car park. Every 3rd Thursday from May to September.
01643 863124 ruthehyett@gmail.comHidden Porlock

Visit sites of historical interest and explore hidden parts of the village’s past.
A 2-hour guided walk
around the village.
Meet outside Porlock Village Hall TA24 8QD at 10am for a 10:15am start
For more info and to book: Porlock Information Centre Tel: 01643 863150
Free event - with donations welcome to CareMoor for Exmoor and Porlock Information Centre
International Dog Day
Dogs travel free all day, canine themed day with treats, fun dog show, doggy stalls and fun
01598 753486 Contact@cliffrailwaylynton.co.ukAll About The Infamous Red Deer Of Exmoor
A very interesting, informative & interactive talk & Slide show by Andrew Turner from Red Stag Safaris. Light refreshments provided.
01643 851227 triscombeholidays@gmail.comA Walk through Dunster’s History
Join a guided walk leader and explore the picturesque streetscape and surroundings of Dunster village.
A 2 hour guided walk around a village steeped in history.
Fortnightly on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month April - October
11am start from Dunster National Park Centre TA24 6SE
Booking advisable. Free event with - donations welcome to our CareMoor for Exmoor scheme supporting heritage, nature and access projects on Exmoor.
Please wear suitable clothing and footwear. For more info ask at our Dunster National Park Centre, 01643 821835.
Photo: Nina Dodd
01643 821835Exmoor Pony Centre: Activity Afternoon
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.com