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.uk

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.

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07775560644 unityspeakman@gmail.com

Join Plastic Free Exmoor for an “extreme” beach clean at Greenaleigh Sand, Minehead on Saturday May 24^th. 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)

01643 821314 dunstercastle@nationaltrust.org.uk

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.

01598752509 ruralenterprise@exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk

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.

01643 805001 info@exmooradventures.co.uk

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.com

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.com

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.

01643 821314 rachel@dunsterfestival.co.uk