Exmoor Events Calendar
May 2025
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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! |
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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. |
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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. Booking advisable: click on the booking link or call Dunster National Park Centre on 01643 821835. Free event (donations welcome to CareMoor) |
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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 |
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Fun and challenging team-building activity experiences in the glorious Devon countryside! Whatever the occasion, whether it’s getting out of the office, uniting your sports team, or inviting a group or community to build relationships, team-building deserves the very best activities, accommodation, food and team-building opportunities. Which is exactly what you’ll get at Calvert Exmoor. Our active team-building days in Devon are perfect for getting to know each other and developing team bonds. We’ll provide everything you need to enjoy a great selection of exciting activities in a safe environment, to ensure that everyone gets the best from the weekend. Here’s how the weekend works: Friday 9th May, arrival Arrive in the afternoon – bedrooms are available from 4pm Enjoy your evening meal from 6pm Bowling Night: An evening of accessible lawn bowls, skittles, and boccia – a perfect icebreaker to encourage interaction and friendly competition Saturday, a day of activities Breakfast: A hearty start to fuel the day’s activities Morning Activities: Thrilling Abseil and Zip experience to challenge participants and promote trust and courage Lunch: Recharge with a satisfying meal before heading back to action Afternoon Activity: Exciting rafting adventure – teamwork at its finest as participants navigate and bond on the water Dinner: Relax and refuel after an adventurous day Evening entertainment: A fun-filled Disco to celebrate the day and enjoy great music, laughter, and dancing Sunday Breakfast: Start the final day with a nutritious meal Team Challenge Event: Operation Calvert Exmoor… A dynamic and inclusive multi-activity session to wrap up the weekend, featuring: Archery Climbing Crate Stacking Orienteering Team-building games Lunch: Reflect and relax over lunch with your team memories Departure (2pm): Guests depart Prices: The per-person price for this break between the advertised dates is £365 This price is all-inclusive of accommodation, all meals, activities as outlined above, and use of other centre facilities. Next steps: All bookings start with a friendly conversation with our compassionate and helpful Guest Services team. We understand everyone is unique; so we offer a personalised booking service. Bookings are taken over the phone where we can talk, get to know each other, and fully understand your needs and requirements. Start the conversation today: Phone 01598 763221 (select option 1) and a team member will answer any questions and discuss booking. Phone lines are open 9am to 6pm every day of the week. Funding Available Thanks to the diligent efforts of our fundraising team and the kind donations from our benefactors, we can provide guests in need of financial assistance with funding towards a stay at Calvert Exmoor. We aim to keep our prices as low as possible, with further funding available to support eligible individuals. We can offer up to 30% off the total tariff cost depending on the application. This is processed through individual applications at the time of booking. Please remember to ask for details when finalising your booking information. |
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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. Join walk leader Marion Jeffrey to explore back 150 years ago to five families who lived in a remote Somerset valley. Then, in the space of ten years, they vanished! Since relocating to Timberscombe, fifteen years ago, Marion has been captivated by the local history. She is the churchwarden and leader of the history group at Timberscombe. The remains of Clicket, including its abandoned mill, chapel house, and houses, can be reached by foot from Baker Farm north towards Timberscombe across a steep-sided valley. This is a lovely walk along a stream in gorgeous beech forest. Walking poles and walking boots are required, preferably wellies in wet weather. We will pass the quarries and the mill where its inhabitants made their living, and hear the story of life in one of Exmoor’s most remote villages. We will return by the same route, some of which is rough, with steep going and a degree of scrambling involved! There are also some low lying branches where trees have come down, so a degree of manoeuvring will be required. – Children welcome – Dogs welcome on a lead 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. |
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Follow Walk Leader Nigel Phillips from Bossington to the shingle bank of Porlock along the coastal route. Nigel is a marine and coastal ecologist who has written three books about the coast of Somerset. Only a few National Parks in the United Kingdom can claim to have such vast coastal habitat at their disposal as Exmoor. The only salt marsh in Exmoor can be seen when strolling up the ridge at low tide. Porlock Marsh is a dynamic habitat. To investigate coastal ecosystems, including plants, birds, and coastal ecology, you will walk to Porlock shingle bank. – Children welcome – Dogs welcome on a lead |
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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. |
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Join a guided walk leader and explore the picturesque streetscape and surroundings of Dunster village. Fortnightly on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month April - October 11am start from Dunster National Park Centre TA24 6SE Photo: Nina Dodd |
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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. |
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Join a member of the Garden Team on the South Terrace for a special edition of the Garden Talk. Learn more about nature and wildlife across the estate and find out more about the work we do to look after the garden and grounds. Booking not required , normal entry fee applies. Join 'Landscape Artist of the Year' finalist, Helen Lloyd-Elliott for a day of charcoal drawing in the beautiful Oare valley. Helen will share her inspiration and techniques before working with you as you create your own pieces outside. Tickets, £160.00. Adventure awaits at Nettlecombe Court! Get ready for a ‘Wild Wander’ that’s perfect for families who love to explore! We’re diving into an immersive nature trail where you’ll use your detective skills to find hidden spots and join in on a whole host of hands-on activities. From bird watching and tree crafts to uncovering the tiny wonders of lichens with mini-microscopes and racing handmade rafts, there will be lots of fun activities for all the family to enjoy! This session is free to attend. UNFORTUNATELY THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED BY THE ORGANISER Quince Honey Farm welcomes you to a unique dining experience, taking you on a journey from pollinator to plate. You will experience a 5 course taster menu unlike any other, where the ingredients of each and every dish are made possible only as a result of bee pollination. Join us for an exciting 3-hour Bushcraft session at Calvert Exmoor, where you'll learn essential outdoor survival skills in the heart of nature. Guided by experienced instructors, you’ll discover the art of shelter building, master the skill of fire lighting, and explore a range of bushcraft techniques to help you thrive in the wild. This immersive experience is perfect for nature enthusiasts, adventure seekers, and those keen to reconnect with the great outdoors. Whether you’re a beginner or have some experience, our expert team will guide you every step of the way. 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. |
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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. Ready to explore Exmoor’s breathtaking landscapes with minimal effort? Our Guided E-Bike Ride is the perfect way to experience the stunning coastal views, charming villages, and ancient woodlands, all while cruising on an easy-to-ride, power-assisted e-bike. Designed for beginners and novice riders, this three-hour ride offers an exciting yet relaxed way to discover Exmoor’s natural beauty. £65pp Join staff from the Exmoor National Park Team for a free, pop up nature and wildlife activities day for all the family to enjoy. No need to book – donations to CareMoor Join us at Root Project for a talk on fungi, including what to look out for this year, identification tips, and the launch of the new Exmoor Fungus Group. Join Viktoria from Roots & Feathers for a relaxing seasonal & nature themed yoga class. All levels welcome. £15pp www.triscombefarm.co.uk |
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Start your day with a warming, energising yoga practice in the beautiful Horner Valley. Then fuel your body with a fresh-picked herbal infusion and a nourishing breakfast snack. Cost: £25 Forest Bathing is a type of therapy involving spending time in nature to promote health and well being. It is heavily based on Japan's forest bathing, (shinrin-yoku, meaning showering or basking in the goodness of the forest), yet also involves different elements from other fields of science, such as the importance and quality and age of the woodland, the tree and plant interconnection of the wood-wide web, as well as holistic practices taken from yogic techniques, meditation, mindfulness through our senses, grounding/earthing and others. Benefits of Forest Bathing include, lifting depression, improving energy, boosting immune system, reducing stress levels, reducing blood pressure and lowering blood-sugar levels. For further information and to register for the event please contact karin@kfrench.plus.com £20pp |
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Rise with the lark and join a local bird enthusiast bright and early on a guided walk around Ashcombe Gardens, Simonsbath to hear the delights of an Exmoor Dawn Chorus. Listen to the symphony of birdsong and learn how to identify the different species. Ideal for beginners and those with some knowledge of birds. The walk covers some uneven ground with some short inclines in places. Stout footwear essential. Meet point - Ashcombe car park, Simonsbath TA24 7SH 9pay & display (card payments) Tickets £5 per person – 15 tickets available Ready to explore Exmoor’s breathtaking landscapes with minimal effort? Our Guided E-Bike Ride is the perfect way to experience the stunning coastal views, charming villages, and ancient woodlands, all while cruising on an easy-to-ride, power-assisted e-bike. Designed for beginners and novice riders, this three-hour ride offers an exciting yet relaxed way to discover Exmoor’s natural beauty. £65pp Led by a ranger and one of the national parks’ woodland specialists, this walk will reveal the natural and historic features to be found along the valley of the River Barle above Tarr Steps. You will learn about the wildlife of the woods, river and meadows and discover how people have shaped the landscape. The walk is approximately 4 miles long, so anyone attending should have a reasonable level of fitness and bring suitable clothing, footwear, snacks and a drink. For this special Farming and Wildlife tractor-drawn tour of West Ilkerton Farm we will be joined by Nigel Hester, who has worked in conservation and wildlife management on Exmoor for over forty years. See a working hill farm and its wildlife from the comfort of a tractor-drawn trailer. Discover how farming and wildlife can work together. Lots to see and discuss. Some easy walking and rummaging in undergrowth are optional. £30 per person (includes tea). Suitable for people with reduced mobility, but the ride can be bumpy in places. Room for one wheelchair if needed. Numbers will be limited to a maximum of ten guests. Please bring a pair of binoculars, a mobile phone and a camera if you have them. Please telephone 01598 752310 or email eveleigh@westilkerton.co.uk to book your place. Join Unity and Anita for an early summer evening walk up Lorna Doone Valley, incorporating a full Shibashi Tai Chi routine of movements, accompanied by the soothing sound of a moorland river. The Shibashi Qigong is a series of gentle movements that improve and balance our physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health. This event is suitable both for those who have never tried Tai Chi and those familiar with the practice. Nourish your mind, body and spirit with this relaxing evening event. £25pp Age 12 & over Bring food and drink to sustain your walk back down the valley. Meet in the National Trust Car Park, pay to park or NT members free. |
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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. Join the Exmoor National Park Conservation Team for a sunset walk at Tarr Steps for a bat walk through the surrounding woodland. Bat detectors will be provided. The walk is likely to last around 1 hour and may be on uneven ground so stout footwear and sensible clothing advised. Attendees should have a reasonable level of fitness. |
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Ready to explore Exmoor’s breathtaking landscapes with minimal effort? Our Guided E-Bike Ride is the perfect way to experience the stunning coastal views, charming villages, and ancient woodlands, all while cruising on an easy-to-ride, power-assisted e-bike. Designed for beginners and novice riders, this three-hour ride offers an exciting yet relaxed way to discover Exmoor’s natural beauty. £65pp Forest Bathing is a type of therapy involving spending time in nature to promote health and well being. It is heavily based on Japan's forest bathing, (shinrin-yoku, meaning showering or basking in the goodness of the forest), yet also involves different elements from other fields of science, such as the importance and quality and age of the woodland, the tree and plant interconnection of the wood-wide web, as well as holistic practices taken from yogic techniques, meditation, mindfulness through our senses, grounding/earthing and others. Benefits of Forest Bathing include, lifting depression, improving energy, boosting immune system, reducing stress levels, reducing blood pressure and lowering blood-sugar levels. For further information and to register for the event please contact karin@kfrench.plus.com £20pp Exmoor National Park Authority (ENPA) owns an 800-acre hill farm called Driver – the most westerly farm in Somerset. The land is high on the south facing slopes of ‘The Chains’, between Simonsbath and Challacombe. Driver will be a focus for a variety of nature recovery and heritage projects over the next 4 years. Through our 'Exmoor Pioneers' project, we will be supporting nature recovery projects such as wood pasture, flood management, and peatland restoration and habitat creation for species such as water vole and marsh fritillaries. We are also working to conserve heritage on site, such as the traditional barns, and develop new rights of way. From 11am – 1pm we will run a series of short talks and walks around locations close to the Driver farmyard. We’re still developing an exciting range of activities, which are likely to include opportunities to:
We invite you to download the iNaturalist app in advance to support nature ID activities. At 1pm we will lead a longer walk (approx. 1.5 - 2 hours) around Driver, taking in heritage sites as well as areas where nature recovery projects will be taking place. This walk will be across uneven terrain and at times off paths so sensible footwear should be worn and participants should have a reasonable level of fitness. Using money raised by National Lottery players, The National Lottery Heritage Fund supports projects that connect people and communities with the UK’s heritage. Exmoor Pioneers is made possible with The National Lottery Heritage Fund, with additional funding from a generous legacy from the late Cynthia Hadley to ‘CareMoor for Exmoor’ and support from BMW. Thanks to National Lottery players, over the next four years we will be able to restore and enrich nature, conserve our fragile heritage, develop skills needed to look after Exmoor, and connect people to the natural and cultural heritage of the former royal forest of Exmoor. Please note: basic toilet facilities (portaloo) will be available at the site. We will not have catering facilities, so we suggest that people who wish to stay for the full day bring a packed lunch and refreshments. |
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Do you enjoy a gentle ramble over beautiful countryside, looking at things of interest along the way? If so, this is for you. Ideal for slow, non-competitive walkers. I (Victoria Eveleigh) will guide you over our fields to the open moorland of Ilkerton Ridge, chatting about farming and wildlife along the way. We can alter the route and duration of the walk according to the weather and what everyone who comes on the walk wants to do, but I'm planning to be back home at the farm by 1.00 for a BYO picnic lunch. This will be outside if the weather's good and indoors if it's raining. The route will be suitable for all-terrain mobility scooters like Trampers. Cost £5 per person. Please telephone 01598 752310 or email eveleigh@westilkerton.co.uk to book your place. Join Ruth Hyett from the Exmoor Natural History Society as she leads a talk and wildlife walk covering flora and fauna at Simonsbath followed by Cream Tea at White Rocks Cottage. Attendees should be capable of walking unaided and wear sensible footwear and clothing. Walk estimated to be no more than 2 miles and will focus on wildlife and plants along the way. Booking essential. Please confirm any dietary requirements when booking. Ease into the evening with a yoga practice designed to stretch, soothe and ground you. Afterwards, gather around the fire for some delicious golden oat milk and a decadent chocolate treat. |
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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. Woody Bay is a bit of an Exmoor secret. At low tide a tiny sea pool/large rock pool appears, partially constructed with concrete between huge boulders. It is big enough to swim in, so provides the perfect way to try a sea swim without the waves, but with a real sense of a real adventure. The bay has all the feel of a remote desert island, with a waterfall tumbling onto the beach. We will meet above the bay to walk down steep footpaths through ancient oaks, clinging to the cliffs, down to the beach, approx 25 minute walk. Here we will make our way carefully over rocks to the sea pool, where we will immerse ourselves in the sea water left by the tide. After our dip we will share a hot drink (provided), and at our leisure embark on the slow climb back up to where we left our cars. Cost £20 per person, participants should be confident swimmers. Children over 12 accompanied by a parent or guardian may attend if they are good swimmers. Bring snacks to sustain the walk back up. @unity_dipsntrips Join Plastic Free Exmoor for an “extreme” beach clean at Greenaleigh Sand, Minehead on Saturday May 24th. Meeting in Minehead, we will walk to the beach via Culver Cliff Wood. This is approximately a 30 to 45 minute walk with some steep ascents and descents and stiles to climb over. Once there we will spend an hour and a half cleaning the beach. Most of the beach is made up of rocks and large pebbles and can be hard to walk on. Litter pickers and collecting bags will be provided. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Booking essential. For further information and to book a place on the Greenaleigh Beach Clean please email plasticfreeexmoor@gmail.com. Get outdoors this May with this family friendly trail. Find all the points and complete fun activities before claiming your flower seed prize to plant and enjoy in your own garden. £3 per trail (normal admission applies) Join the Exmoor National Park Authority team and have a look for the amazing marine-life we have, chances to spot porpoises, seals and breeding seabirds. We will have binoculars and telescopes so everyone can get a good look at whatever we find. We’ll set up a spot near the roundabout and be there for the duration. We will be near the cliffs’ edge, so children will need to be supervised at all times. Suitable footwear and clothing should be work for terrain and weather conditions. Join Exmoor Adventures on a scenic Stand-up paddle boarding tour around the flooded Porlock Marshes on a spring tide, with opportunities to see wildlife such as Porpoise and a variety of bird life. Some previous SUP experience is preferred, with a good level of fitness. £45 adult, £40 child. Booking essential. 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). 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. Dunster’s annual music festival returns over the Spring Bank Holiday weekend with family-friendly concerts, evening concerts with the beautiful voices of The Marian Consort and renowned Exmoor-based violinist Jackie Shave, an afternoon cream tea concert, choral workshop and a Festival Fete for everyone to enjoy on the Village Green with children’s entertainment, food and drink and live music. Visit our website for more information. |
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Ready to explore Exmoor’s breathtaking landscapes with minimal effort? Our Guided E-Bike Ride is the perfect way to experience the stunning coastal views, charming villages, and ancient woodlands, all while cruising on an easy-to-ride, power-assisted e-bike. Designed for beginners and novice riders, this three-hour ride offers an exciting yet relaxed way to discover Exmoor’s natural beauty. £65pp Join a National Park Ranger for a walk around North Hill above Minehead. Learn about the wildlife, history and future of this special place. Stunning views across Exmoor and the Bristol channel. The walk will be about 3 miles long, and a reasonable level of fitness is required. Booking essential. Join Exmoor Game School for a practical workshop and introduction to wild game butchery and open-fire cooking. You’ll learn how to butcher and prepare wild Exmoor game and fresh fish alongside open-fire cooking techniques, including hot and cold smoking. £119.89pp (includes booking fee) Join us on a scenic Kayak Tour around the flooded Porlock Marshes on a spring tide, with opportunities to see wildlife such as Porpoise and a variety of bird life. Some previous kayak experience is preferred, with a good level of fitness. £45 adult, £40 child. Booking essential. |
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LYNMOUTH SEA SAUNA & Dip 26th / 27th / 28th Join us for an early morning or evening session in the Glass Fronted Sea Sauna with a view out to Countisbury Hill over Lynmouth Bay. (Sauna is not open all day). Enjoy a 30 minute or 60 minute Sauna in our 12 Seater Wood Fired Sauna and then a refreshing dip off Blacklands Beach in the sea. Sessions are £8.50 for 30 minutes or £17 for 60 minutes. Refresh and stimulate your body & mind in this magical setting. The Lynmouth Sea Sauna is operated by LYNSEALS (Volunteer led) part of the Lynmouth Sailing Club a Community Interest Company. Our aim is to improve and enhance the local sea front and provide extra sea based facilities in Lynmouth. We are proactive in promoting sea safety and providing sea swim training, confidence and awareness. Please check booking page for sauna opening times as this will be tide dependent. Tickets on Sale from 7th April. Start your day with a warming, energising yoga practice in the beautiful Horner Valley. Then fuel your body with a fresh-picked herbal infusion and a nourishing breakfast snack. Cost: £25 Join the National Trust West Exmoor ranger team for a session of fun and building confidence in the fantastic Lorna Doone Valley while learning new skills. Choose between sessions: 10am - 12pm or 1pm - 3pm. The Forest school is next to the main carpark, which is behind the Buttery Café. EX35 6NU £2pp booking essential Join Sophie Tyler from Exmoor National Park for a 2 hour nature themed art session for children. Booking essential and children must be accompanied by an adult. Choose between 10.30-12.30 or 13.30 -13.30 sessions. £4 per person. Age 8+ Join us at Lynmouth for a special activity day celebrating the coastal wildlife of Exmoor, in the morning we will be exploring the rockpools of Lynmouth and in the afternoon we’ll be exploring the skies – learning more about the White-tailed Sea Eagle with international raptor expert Zoe Smith. Children’s craft activities will be available in the National Park Centre. Free event but donations to CareMoor appreciated. 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. |
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LYNMOUTH SEA SAUNA & Dip 26th / 27th / 28th Join us for an early morning or evening session in the Glass Fronted Sea Sauna with a view out to Countisbury Hill over Lynmouth Bay. (Sauna is not open all day). Enjoy a 30 minute or 60 minute Sauna in our 12 Seater Wood Fired Sauna and then a refreshing dip off Blacklands Beach in the sea. Sessions are £8.50 for 30 minutes or £17 for 60 minutes. Refresh and stimulate your body & mind in this magical setting. The Lynmouth Sea Sauna is operated by LYNSEALS (Volunteer led) part of the Lynmouth Sailing Club a Community Interest Company. Our aim is to improve and enhance the local sea front and provide extra sea based facilities in Lynmouth. We are proactive in promoting sea safety and providing sea swim training, confidence and awareness. Please check booking page for sauna opening times as this will be tide dependent. Bookings open 7th April. Ready to explore Exmoor’s breathtaking landscapes with minimal effort? Our Guided E-Bike Ride is the perfect way to experience the stunning coastal views, charming villages, and ancient woodlands, all while cruising on an easy-to-ride, power-assisted e-bike. Designed for beginners and novice riders, this three-hour ride offers an exciting yet relaxed way to discover Exmoor’s natural beauty. £65pp Visit sites of historical interest and explore hidden parts of the village’s past. Meet outside Porlock Village Hall TA24 8QD at 10am for a 10:15am start Take part in a workshop to learn the basic skills to create your own crochet blossom with the National Trust Team. The cost of the two hour workshop is £7 per person all materials and equipment provided. Choose between sessions: 10.30am - 12.30pm or 1.30pm - 3.30pm Please meet at the Welcome Hut located in the Lorna Doone Valley car park EX35 6NU Join staff from the Exmoor National Park Team for a free, pop up nature and wildlife activities day at Dulverton for all the family to enjoy. No need to book – donations to CareMoor appreciated. Join Unity and Anita for a summer afternoon walk up Lorna Doone Valley, incorporating a full Shibashi Tai Chi routine of movements, accompanied by the soothing sound of a moorland river. The Shibashi Qigong is a series of gentle movements that improve and balance our physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health. This event is suitable both for those who have never tried Tai Chi and those familiar with the practice. Nourish your mind, body and spirit with this relaxing evening event. £25pp Age 12 & over Bring food and drink to sustain your walk back down the valley. Meet in the National Trust Car Park, pay to park or NT members free. Please email unityspeakman@gmail.com to book your place. A very interesting, informative & interactive talk & Slide show by Andrew Turner from Red Stag Safaris. Light refreshments provided. A guided walk to Hurlestone Point to see the sunset and high tide on Porlock Marsh. Nigel Hester will lead the walk and will share his knowledge on the history of the Porlock Marsh tidal lagoon, wildlife, birds and sea mammals. The walk will be strenuous in places so a good level of fitness is required. Donations welcome. Booking advisable. Contact Porlock Information Centre to book. www.porlock.co.uk |
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LYNMOUTH SEA SAUNA & Dip 26th / 27th / 28th Join us for an early morning or evening session in the Glass Fronted Sea Sauna with a view out to Countisbury Hill over Lynmouth Bay. (Sauna is not open all day). Enjoy a 30 minute or 60 minute Sauna in our 12 Seater Wood Fired Sauna and then a refreshing dip off Blacklands Beach in the sea. Sessions are £8.50 for 30 minutes or £17 for 60 minutes. Refresh and stimulate your body & mind in this magical setting. The Lynmouth Sea Sauna is operated by LYNSEALS (Volunteer led) part of the Lynmouth Sailing Club a Community Interest Company. Our aim is to improve and enhance the local sea front and provide extra sea based facilities in Lynmouth. We are proactive in promoting sea safety and providing sea swim training, confidence and awareness. Please check booking page for sauna opening times as this will be tide dependent. Bookings open on 7th April. Come along and join our Community Ranger at Nutcombe Bottom, Tall Trees Trail for some family fun whist discovering what minibeasts live in the forest! No need to book, just turn up. Join us for a farm/nature walk to inspire. Come and enjoy doing some art or craft, things you never get time to do at home. Bring whatever you want to work on and enjoy the company of like minded souls for some Busy Fingers and a good natter. Tea/coffee on arrival and whenever you need it throughout the day, lunch and afternoon cake all included.£30. Please email or ring to book essential by two days before the event with any dietary requirements too. Payment on day of event, No card machine . For absolute beginners: Learn how to easily draw beautiful woodland flowers, fruits, trees, cones and landscapes through nature's simple shapes and repeating patterns, with local botanical artist, Liz. Choose between 10-11.30am or 12.00-1.30pm sessions. On this slow footpath stroll up Hollerday Hill overlooking Exmoor's coastline and the Valley of Rocks view point, we'll stop at varies points to study and sketch the natural history we don't always notice around us. You'll receive a 2HB pencil and an A6 ring-bound sketch pad (30 sheets), to record your sketches and to take home. Well-behaved dogs on leads welcome. Please wear sturdy, gripped walking shoes and outdoor clothing suited to the weather. Sessions last 90 minutes. Join a guided walk leader and explore the picturesque streetscape and surroundings of Dunster village. Fortnightly on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month April - October 11am start from Dunster National Park Centre TA24 6SE Photo: Nina Dodd 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. 'Exmoor Farms: A Year on the Moor' was published recently by the Exmoor Hill Farming Network, in partnership with the Exmoor Society and with support from the Exmoor National Park Authority. Please telephone or email the Exmoor Hill Farming Network to let us know you are coming so we know how many people to cater for. Please tell us about any dietary requirements when you book. Exmoor Hill Farming Network website https://www.ehfn.org.uk/events . West Ilkerton Farm website www.westilkerton.co.uk |
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Ready to explore Exmoor’s breathtaking landscapes with minimal effort? Our Guided E-Bike Ride is the perfect way to experience the stunning coastal views, charming villages, and ancient woodlands, all while cruising on an easy-to-ride, power-assisted e-bike. Designed for beginners and novice riders, this three-hour ride offers an exciting yet relaxed way to discover Exmoor’s natural beauty. £65pp Join Plastic Free Exmoor for a beach clean and town litter pick on Thursday May 29th. Meet at the Exmoor National Park Centre at Lynmouth at 10.00am. Litter pickers and collecting bags will be provided. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. There is no need to book, just turn up on the day. The beach clean and litter pick will be a Surfers Against Sewage Million Mile Clean event. All participants will be able to claim a Million Mile Clean certificate and there will be a prize for the most interesting item found on the day. For absolute beginners: Learn how to easily draw beautiful woodland flowers, fruits, trees, cones and landscapes through nature's simple shapes and repeating patterns, with local botanical artist, Liz. Choose between 10-11.30am or 12.00-1.30pm sessions. On this slow footpath stroll up Hollerday Hill overlooking Exmoor's coastline and the Valley of Rocks view point, we'll stop at varies points to study and sketch the natural history we don't always notice around us. You'll receive a 2HB pencil and an A6 ring-bound sketch pad (30 sheets), to record your sketches and to take home. Well-behaved dogs on leads welcome. Please wear sturdy, gripped walking shoes and outdoor clothing suited to the weather. Sessions last 90 minutes. Join the Exmoor National Park Team and Friends for a bumper fun packed nature activity day for all the family. No need to book. Free event but donations to CareMoor appreciated. Join Unity and Anita for a summer afternoon walk up Lorna Doone Valley, incorporating a full Shibashi Tai Chi routine of movements, accompanied by the soothing sound of a moorland river. The Shibashi Qigong is a series of gentle movements that improve and balance our physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health. This event is suitable both for those who have never tried Tai Chi and those familiar with the practice. Nourish your mind, body and spirit with this relaxing evening event. £25pp Age 12 & over Bring food and drink to sustain your walk back down the valley. Meet in the National Trust Car Park, pay to park or NT members free. Please email unityspeakman@gmail.com to book your place. |
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Join us on a scenic Kayak Tour around the flooded Porlock Marshes on a spring tide, with opportunities to see wildlife such as Porpoise and a variety of bird life. Some previous kayak experience is preferred, with a good level of fitness. £45 adult, £40 child. Booking essential. Farm walk and talk about Exmoor Farming and Rare Breeds at Shoulsbarrow Farmhouse followed by tea/coffee/soft drinks and cake in the barn. £10 per person, Children under 4 foc and under 12 £5. Book via email or telephone essential by two days before the event. Payment on the day. ( No card machine). Please confirm any dietary requirements when booking. Ease into the evening with a yoga practice designed to stretch, soothe and ground you. Afterwards, gather around the fire for some delicious golden oat milk and a decadent chocolate treat. |
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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. Bring your rug & picnic and drop in between 11am and 3pm to meet the Somerset Wildlife Pine Marten Team! Get involved in pine marten activities, nature crafts, discover The Poetry Machine and listen to musical performances on wildlife. Free event, no booking required. 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. Village Festival with historical materials, tours, childrens activities in church field, BBQ and licensed bar. 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. The rockpooling 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. |