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

The 19c mineral line was built to carry iron from the Brendons to Watchet for shipment to South Wales. Spectacular remains are hidden in the hills.  This is a one hour stroll to look at Langham Engine House, then a two hour walk down the steep miners' track to see Bearland Flue and other features connected with iron mining. We may visit Burrow Farm Engine House or Kennisham Hill.

A beginners class using mixed media & weather permitting we may be able to go outside to study some trees. We will be using crayons, ink and paints to create a colourful and expressive Autumn Oak Tree, in a relaxing, friendly & peaceful environment. Tuition & support by Artist Leigh, from Roots & Feathers. Beginners level but all levels are welcome. All materials & refreshments included. Please bring sturdy footwear & outdoor clothing.

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

Porlock celebrates International Ada Lovelace Day by inviting five diverse women speakers to tea on 11th October.  Speakers confirmed are Professor Sarah Morris, Professor of Digital Forensics at Southhampton University and Karen Chetwynd, CEO of Montessori Global. Booking essential. Tickets will be available from wegottickets.com (booking fee applies)  or by BACS direct with PVH.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

A very interesting, informative & interactive talk & Slide show by Andrew Turner from Red Stag Safaris. Light refreshments provided.

A family friendly evening meeting Exmoor ponies and finding out about Exmoor's wildlife at night as part of the Exmoor Dark Skies Festival. Hot chocolate and marshmallows/Drink and biscuits included. Adults £7 per person, Child £5 per person. Booking Essential.