MAY TOP
Wed 2nd
Halsway Manor Folk Dance Club
With live bands. £2. 01984 618274. 8pm - 10:30pm.
Thu 3rd - Fri 11th
North Devon & Exmoor Walking & Cycling Festival
7th year of guided walks & rides to suit all abilities covering Exmoor & North Devon. Booking essential: Lynton TIC 01598 752225. www.walkingnorthdevon.co.uk
Fri 4th
Access For All
Join a National Park Authority Ranger for a gentle tootle around the National Trust's easy access trail. See sculptures from Wood 2004 & look out for wildife. Free. Meet Webber's Post. 3pm for 1 1/2 hours.
Sat 5th
Barle Circular
With a National Park Authority Volunteer Guide take in Hawkridge & Anstey Common on the Exe Valley Way. 01398 323665. Meet Exmoor House public car park 10am for 6 hrs / 11 miles. Walking boots / Clothing essential. Bringpicnic.
Acorn Folk Club - Club Night
Floor spots. £1. Old Ship Aground Minehead. 01643 709394. 8pm. No Dogs. www.acornfolkclub.co.uk
Sun 6th
Halsway Manor Sunday Club
Free informal folk club - sing, play, recite. 01984 618274. 8pm - 11pm.
Spring FlowerWalk
Look at spring flowers with the National Trust around Watersmeet woods. Cream tea (extra). 2pm - 4:30pm. Meet Watersmeet Tea Garden. Walking boots / Clothing essential. Booking essential: 01598 763402.
Heddy Cleaves & Coast
Join a National Park Authority Ranger for a walk with glorious panoramic sea views. Use part of the South West Coast Path & finish down an ancient wooded river valley. Inc 1 steep ascent & descent. (ND&EW&C Festival) Meet Hunter's Inn. 10:30am for 5 hours / 6 miles. Walking boots / Clothing essential. Bring picnic. Booking essential: 01598 752225.
Free Wimbleball Bluebell Walk
Peaceful guided walk through bluebell carpeted woodlands. Book/ info: 01398 371516. Meet Wimbleball Lake. 2pm - 4pm for 2 hrs.
Mon 7th
West Somerset Morris Men
Milverton Street Market. 11am.01823 432593.
Cow Castle & The Barle Valley
Join the Exmoor Society across farmlandcreated by John Knight to the Barle Valley, Cow Castle Iron Age Hill Fort & mining ventures at Wheal Eliza. Members & non-members welcome (donation). 01398 323335. Meet Ashcombe car park. 11am. Walking boots / Clothing essential. Bring picnic.
Tue 8th
Exploring the Hedgerow Wildlife of Porlock Vale
Join the National Trust & Exmoor National Park Authority Staff to see the impressive work that a tenant has carried out to improve wildlife in his hedges & field margins. Free (Donations to careMoor for Exmoor). Meet Bossington Farm nr Porlock. 2pm for 2 hrs. Walking boots / Clothing essential. Booking essential: 01398 322288.
Wed 9th
Lynmouth Harbour Boat Trip
Experience Exmoor's dramatic Heritage coast in an open 30 seat boat. Commentary from an Exmoor National Park Ranger. % of charge goes to CareMoor for Exmoor. Bring waterproofs & warm clothes. Booking essential: 01598 763466. Meet Lynmouth. (Seafront opposite Cliff Railway) 12pm for 1 1/4 hr.
Halsway Manor Contra Dancing
Contra dancing with live bands. £2. 01984 618274. 8pm - 10pm.
Bat Supper @ Arlington Court
Encounter Lesser Horseshoe Bats. £10.Bring a torch. 7:30pm. No Dogs. Booking essential: 01271 850296.
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
Thu 10th - Sun 13th
Exmoor Folk Festival
Music, dance & entertainment in Brendon village. 01598 741279.
Thu 10th
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
Fri 11th - Sat 12th
Wimbleball Lake Country Fair
Land & waterbased activities, dog show, music & ponies. Advance tickets: 01643 821425. £5/£4 (under 16's free). Wimbleball Lake. 100am - 4pm.
Sat 12th
River & Moor
Join a National Park Authority Volunteer Guide & take in Badgworthy Water, Ashton Cleave & Shilstone Hill. Meet Dry Bridge. 10:30am for 5 hrs / 9 miles. Walking boots / Clothing essential. Bring picnic.
Shammick Acoustic Sessions
Music, songs, stories & poetry for performers & listeners. Occasional
visiting performers. Meet Top George Inn, Combe Martin. 01271 882366.
www.umbermusic.co.uk/shammick.htm. 8pm- 11pm.
Sat 12th - Sun 13th
Porlock Open Gardens
Weekend ticket £4. 01643 863150. 2pm - 6pm.
Sun 13th - Tue 15th
Golden Horseshoe Ride
100 mile endurance eventfor horses & riders. Vetting & social ride on Sunday. 01643 841183. Exford. 9am.
Sun 13th
Spring-Watch Walk with the Wardens
Steep slopes. Normal admission charge. 01271 850296. Meet Arlington Court. 11am for 2 hrs. Walking boots / Clothing essential.
Tue 15th
Enjoy The Blues
Join a National Park Authority Ranger for a wander thro' the woods, to take in the sight & scent of spring bluebells in dappled light. Meet Hillsford Bridge. 2pm for 3 hrs / 4 miles. Walking boots / Clothing essential.
Wed 16th
Halsway Manor Folk Dance Club
With live bands. £2. 01984 618274. 8pm - 10:30pm.
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
Radiant Rhododendrons' Walk
Normal Admission charge. 01271 850296. Meet Arlington Court.2pm.
Thu 17th
Natural History Walk
Easy pace walk led by a member of the Exmoor Natural History Society. Free, suitable for all ages. 01643 821241. Meet Malmsmead Fields Centre. 2pm - 4pm for 2hrs.
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
West Somerset Morris Men
Goathurst & Lethbridge. 8pm. 01823 432593.
Fri 18th
The Historical Travel Show
Discover how people form all classes travelled in teh late 18th & early 19th century with Jane Walton of Hands on History. £25 inc lunch. Arlington court. 10:30am - 3:30pm. Booking essential: 01271 850296.
Sat 19th
Experience Carriage Driving Day
Try true horse-power & discover more about this fascinating form of transport. £45 inc lunch. Arlington Court. 10:30am - 3:30pm. Booking essential:01271 850296.
Moorland & Woodland
Withthe Exmoor Society proceed to Sweetery & Stoke Pero & back through the woods. Members & non-members welcome (donation). 01398 323335. Meet Webber's Post. 11am for 9 miles. Walking boots / Clothing esssential. Bring picnic.
Mon 21st
Whatever the Weather with Phil Collins
Morning talk with Barometer World's Curator exploring the history & characters behind weather forecasting. £15 Inc lunch. Arlington ourt. 11am. Booking essential: 01271 850296.
Tue 22nd
Exploring Exmoor's Beautiful Bogs - World Water Day
With the Mire Project Officer look at beautiful bouncing bogs & rare plants across the wildest parts of Exmoor. Learn first hand about preservation work on upland mires. Look for red deer & moorland birds. On access land not footpaths, wet, rough tussocky ground. Meet Dure Down car park (on B3222) 10am - 3pm for 5 hrs / 3 miles. Walking boots / Clothing essential. Bring picnic.
Wed 23rd
Lynmouth Harbour Boat Trip
Experience Exmoor's dramatic Heritage coast in an open 30 seat boat. Commentary from an Exmoor National Park Ranger. % of charge goes to CareMoor for Exmoor. Bring waterproofs & warm clothes. Booking essential: 01598 763466. Meet Lynmouth. (Seafront opposite Cliff Railway) 12pm for 1 1/4 hr.
Exmoor Border Morris Men - Calvert Trust & Blackmoor Gate
7:45pm Calvert Trust; 9pm Old Station Inn, Blackmoor Gate.
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
Thu 24th
Natural History Walk
Easy pace walk led by a member of the Exmoor Natural History Society. Free, suitable for all ages. 01643 821241. Meet Malmsmead Fields Centre. 2pm - 4pm for 2hrs.
West Somerset Morris Men
Old Cleeve & Watchet. 8pm. 01823 432593.
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
Fri 25th - Mon 28th
The Hunting of the Earl of Rone
Annual custom, After capture the Earl of Rone sits backwards on a donkey whilst parading through Combe Martin. 01271 882366. www.earl-of-rone.org.uk.
Fri 25th
Access For All
Join a National Park Authority Ranger for a gentle tootle around the National Trust's easy access trail. See sculptures from Wood 2004 & look out for wildife. Free. Meet Webber's Post. 3pm for 1 1/2 hours.
Sat 26th - Mon 28th
Morebath Church Flower Festival
Sat 10am - 5:30pm; Sun 11am Sunday Eucharist; Festival 12pm - 6pm; Songs of Praise 6:30pm; Mon 10:30am - 6pm. 01398 331491.
Sat 26th
Shammick Acoustic Sessions
Music, songs, stories & poetry for performers & listeners. Occasional
visiting performers. Meet Top George Inn, Combe Martin. 01271 882366.
www.umbermusic.co.uk/shammick.htm. 8pm - 11pm.
Taunton 17th Century Garrison @ Dunster Castle
01643 821314. Dunster Castle. 11am - 4pm.
First Footings
Meet a National Park Authority Ranger on the 1st area of land purchased by Exmoor National Park Authority & find out about its interesting history. Meet North Hill. 10am for 1 1/2 hrs / 1 1/2 miles. Walking boots / Clothing essential.
Nettlecombe Church Fete
01984 641531. Huish Barton Farm. 2:30pm.
Sat 26th - Sun 3rd June
Bats, Bugs & Beasts Week @ Dunster Castle
Family trails. 01643 821314. Meet Dunster Castle.
Sun 27th - Mon 28th
Old Cleeve Open Gardens & Flower Festival
'Children are special' theme. 01984 640176. 11am - 5pm.
Sun 27th
Simonsbath Sawmill Guided Tour
Restored historic sawmill. 01398 323665. 10:30am.
History, Mystery & Legend on the Brendons
With the Exmoor Society take in Luxborough, Croydon Hill, Roadwater & Treborough. Members & non-members welcome (donation). 01398 323335. Meet Kingsbridge, Luxborough. 10:30am 12 miles. Walking boots / Clothing essential. Bring picnic.
Mon 28th
How to Navigate on Open Moorland
Visibility nil! Not a landmark nor person in sight. Join a qualified Mountain & Moorland Leader & gain confidence & skills to navigate off open moor. £5. Meet Pinkery Outdoor Education Centre. 10am for 6 hrs. Walking boots/ Clothing essential. Bring picnic. No Dogs. Booking essential: 01398 323665.
Parracombe Revels
2:30pm fancy dress parade. 01598 763359.
Afternoon by the River Bray
WI cream teas, stalls & games. Brayford Village Hall. 01598 710417. 2:30pm.
Wed 30th
Seaside Safari
Join a National Park Authority Ranger to find out 'who is eating who' in the rock pools & 'what is hiding where.' Fun for all ages. 10:30am for 2 hours. Meet Lynmouth (Seafront opposite Cliff Railway) No Dogs.
Exmoor Border Morris Men - Combe Martin
Stowford Farm Meadows. 7:45pm.
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
Thu 31st
Lynmouth Harbour Boat Trip
Experience Exmoor's dramatic Heritage coast in an open 30 seat boat. Commentary from an Exmoor National Park Ranger. % of charge goes to CareMoor for Exmoor. Bring waterproofs & warm clothes. Booking essential: 01598 763466. Meet Lynmouth. (Seafront opposite Cliff Railway) 3:45pm for 1 1/4 hr.
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
Attics & Basements Tour
Dunster Castle. 2:30pm. Booking essential: 01643 821314.
Natural History Walk
Easy pace walk led by a member of the Exmoor Natural History Society. Free, suitable for all ages. 01643 821241. Meet Malmsmead Fields Centre. 2pm - 4pm for 2hrs.
JUNE TOP
Fri 1st
Fun Friday - Watching The Weather
Become a weatherman for the day. Normal admission charge. 01271 850296. Arlington Court. 11am - 3pm.
Sat 2nd
Acorn Folk Club - Guest Night
£4/£5. Old Ship Aground Minehead. www.acornfolkclub.co.uk or 01643 709394. 8pm. No Dogs.
Coast Paths & Cliffs
Join a National Park Authority Volunteer Guide for a walk to Heddon's Mouth & Holdstone Hill using the South West Coast Path. Many ups &downs. 01398 323665. Meet Inkerman Bridge. (Above Woody Bay) 10am for 6 hrs / 11 miles. Walking boots / Clothing essential. Bring picnic.
Hollerday Heights
Join a National Park Authority Ranger to explore some of the many paths of Hollerday Hill, learn about different habitat management & gaze down upon the spectacular valley & sea views. Meet Valley of Rocks picnic area. 2pm for 2 hrs. Walking boots / Clothing essential.
Exmoor Foxhounds Point to Point
Racing over fences. 310 bus from Lynton & Lynmouth drops off at entrance. 2pm. www.foxhunters.net Meet Bratton Down.
Sun 3rd
Halsway Manor Sunday Club
Free informal folk club - sing, play, recite. 01984 618274. 8pm - 11pm.
Wed 6th
Halsway Manor Folk Dance Club
With live bands. £2. 01984 618274. 8pm - 10:30pm.
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
Thu 7th
West Somerset Morris Men
Bicknoller 8 pm & Stogumber. 01823 432593.
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
Natural History Walk
Easy pace walk led by a member of the Exmoor Natural History Society. Free, suitable for all ages. 01643 821241. Meet Malmsmead Fields Centre. 2pm - 4pm for 2hrs.
Silver & Ceramics
Conservation demos at Dunster Castle. Booking essential: 01643 821314.
Fri 8th
Lynmouth Harbour Boat Trip
Experience Exmoor's dramatic Heritage coast in an open 30 seat boat. Commentary from an Exmoor National Park Ranger. % of charge goes to CareMoor for Exmoor. Bring waterproofs & warm clothes. Booking essential: 01598 763466. Meet Lynmouth. (Seafront opposite Cliff Railway) 12pm for 1 1/4 hr.
Sat 9th
Experience Carriage Driving Day
Try true horse-power & discover more about this fascinating form of transport. £45 inc lunch. Arlington Court. 10:30am - 3:30pm. Booking essential: 01271 850296.
Railway Walkers
With the Exmoor Society take a steam train from Minehead Station (purchase own ticket) to Dunster & visit the village with either a pub lunch or own picnic.Return via Grabbist Hill & Alcombe Combe. Members & non-members welcome (donation). 01398 323335. 12pm. Walking boots / Clothing essential. Bring picnic.
Monksilver Church Fete
01984 656686. E.M.N Community Hall. 2pm.
Shammick Acoustic Sessions
Music, songs, stories & poetry for performers & listeners. Occasional
visiting performers. Meet Top George Inn, Combe Martin. 01271 882366.
www.umbermusic.co.uk/shammick.htm. 8pm- 11pm.
Sun 10th
Below the Beacon
With a National Park Authority Voluntary Guide make your way along Long Lane, Hollaway Lane & Stone Lane on this walk under the highest point on Exmoor. Meet Dunkery Hill Gate. 11am for 6 hrs / 9 miles. Walking boots / Clothing essential. Bring picnic.
Oldenburg Coastal Cruise
Cruise along the Exmoor Coast. Talk by National Trust staff. Departs Ilfracombe Harbour. £10/£15. 11am - 2:30pm. Booking essential: 01271 863636.
Wed 13th
Halsway Manor Contra Dancing
Contra dancing with live bands. £2. 01984 618274. 8pm - 10pm.
Butterfly Walk
Join a National Trust Warden for a chance to see High Brown Fritillary butterflies. Bring binoculars. £2/£4. Meet Hunter's Inn. 2pm - 4pm. Walking boots / Clothing essential. No Dogs. Booking essential: 01598 763306.
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
Thu 14th
Natural History Walk
Easy pace walk led by a member of the Exmoor Natural History Society. Free, suitable for all ages. 01643 821241. Meet Malmsmead Fields Centre. 2pm - 4pm for 2hrs.
Deer Spotting
With a National Park Authority Ranger walk to Hawkcombe via steep footpath to Ley Hill & see wild red deer grazing on open moorland. Meet Porlock Visitor Centre. 7pm for 2 1/2 hrs / 5 miles. Walking boots / Clothing essential. No Dogs.
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
West Somerset Morris Men
Dulverton 8pm & Winsford. 01823 432593.
Fri 15th
An Exotic Romp Through the Plasterwork of the British Isles
Fascinating foray into the interior design of beautiful stately homes, from Uppark to Windsor Castle. £15. Arlington Court. 11am - 3pm. Booking essential: 01271 850296.
Sat 16th - Sun 17th
Luccombe Cottage Gardens Open
12pm - 5pm. Lunches available. 01643 862264.
Stogumber Village Gardens Open
£5 for both days. 01984 656689. 10:30am - 5:30pm.
Sat 16th
A Writers View - Woody Bay to the Heddon Valley
Led by Harriet Bridle, local author & Exmoor Society member, proceed along the lower coast path to Hunter's Inn (own picnic or pub lunch) & return by upper path. Strenuous ups & downs. Members & non-members welcom (donation). Meet Woody Bay. 11am for 5 hrs / 5 miles. Walking boots / Clothing essential. Bring picnic.
Sun 17th
Ironman Event
1500 competitors swim 1.2 miles, cycle 56 miles & run 13 miles to qualify for Ironman 0.3 World Championships, Florida. Possible temporary road closures, check local press / National Park Centre. Wimbleball Lake.
Combe Martin Strawberry Fayre
Street market, dancing, music, morris men, demos, strawberries. 01271 883611.
Cutcombe Horse Show & Gymkhana & Dog Show
01643 841483. Dunkery Hill Gate.
Sun 17th - Sun 24th
Grand Western Archery Competition
Dunster Castle. 01643 821314. 10am.
Wed 20th
Halsway Manor Folk Dance Club
With live bands. £2. 01984 618274. 8pm - 10:30pm.
Exmoor Border Morris Men - Barbrook & Parracombe
Beggars Roost & campsite 7:45pm Fox & Goose 9pm.
Lynmouth Harbour Boat Trip
Experience Exmoor's dramatic Heritage coast in an open 30 seat boat. Commentary from an Exmoor National Park Ranger. % of charge goes to CareMoor for Exmoor. Bring waterproofs & warm clothes. Booking essential: 01598 763466. Meet Lynmouth. (Seafront opposite Cliff Railway) 12pm for 1 1/4 hr.
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
Thu 21st
Country Skills Day
Demos inc shearing, spinning & shepherding. Normal admission, 01271 850296. Arlington Court. 11am - 3pm.
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
Natural History Walk
Easy pace walk led by a member of the Exmoor Natural History Society. Free, suitable for all ages. 01643 821241. Meet Malmsmead Fields Centre. 2pm - 4pm for 2hrs.
West Somerset Morris Men
Timberscombe 8pm & Porlock 9pm. 01823 432593.
Sat 23rd
Perambulation of Exmoor
Annual 32/16 mile walk around ancient Forest of Exmoor boundary £8/£7. 7am. Advance entries essential: 01398 323818.
Raleighs Cross Sheepdog Trials
01271 870056.
Shammick Acoustic Sessions
Music, songs, stories & poetry for performers & listeners. Occasional
visiting performers. Meet Top George Inn, Combe Martin. 01271 882366.
www.umbermusic.co.uk/shammick.htm. 8pm - 11pm.
Sat 23rd - Sun 24th
Combe Martin Open Gardens
Programme from shops, TIC & gardens. 01271 882255. 2pm - 6pm.
Sun 24th
Simonsbath Sawmill Guided Tour
Restored historic sawmill. 01398 323665. 10:30am.
To The Heights of Dunkery
With a National Park Authority Volunteer Guide take in Stone Lane, Porlock Post & Stoke Pero Common. Meet Exford. 11am for 6 hrs / 10 miles. Walking boots / Clothing essential. Bring picnic.
Tue 26th
Digital Photography
Join an experienced National Park guide for a 4 mile level walk over scenic Porlock Marsh & shingle ridge followed by a session at the Lovelace Computer Centre to learn basic techniques to improve images. Booking essential: 01398 323841. Meet Porlock Visitor Centre. 10:30am for 6 hrs / 4 miles. Walking boots / Clothing essential.
Bring picnic.
Tue 26th - Sat 30th
Local Artists Exhibition
Porlock Methodist Church Hall. 10am - 5pm.
Wed 27th
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
Thu 28th
Natural History Walk
Easy pace walk led by a member of the Exmoor Natural History Society. Free, suitable for all ages. 01643 821241. Meet Malmsmead Fields Centre. 2pm - 4pm for 2hrs.
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
Sat 30th
Valleys & Views
With a National Park Authority Voluntary Guide visit the Punchbowl & Varle Hill returning down Summerway. Meet Winsford. 10:30am for 6 hrs / 11 miles. Walking boots / Clothing essential. Bring picnic.
Times Past Fun Day
Barn dance, Old Carhampton Exhibition & fete. Eastbury Farm, Carhampton. 01643 821670. 2pm - 11:30pm.
JULY TOP
Sun 1st
Halsway Manor Sunday Club
Free informal folk club - sing, play, recite. 01984 618274. 8pm - 11pm
Lyn Valley Panorama
With a National Park Authority Volunteer Guide walk the Lyn Valley to Wind Hill & Beacon Tor, down to Watersmeet, up to Valley of Rocks & back along the South West Coast Path. Meet Lymouth Coach Park. 10:30am for 6 hrs / 11 miles. Walking boots / Clothing essential. Bring picnic.
National Gardens Scheme Day
Guided walks with Head Gardener at 11am & 2pm. Normal admission charge. 01271 850296. Arlington Court.
Tue 3rd
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
Wed 4th
Mortehoe Sheepdog & Falconry Displays
01271 870056. 6pm.
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
Halsway Manor Folk Dance Club
With live bands. £2. 01984 618274. 8pm - 10:30pm.
Thu 5th
Deer Spotting
With a National Park Authority Ranger walk to Hawkcombe via steep footpath to Ley Hill & see wild red deer grazing on open moorland. Meet Porlock Visitor Centre. 7pm for 2 1/2 hrs / 5 miles. Walking boots / Clothing essential. No Dogs.
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
Natural History Walk
Easy pace walk led by a member of the Exmoor Natural History Society. Free, suitable for all ages. 01643 821241. Meet Malmsmead Fields Centre. 2pm - 4pm for 2hrs.
West Somerset Morris Men
Dunster8pm & Minehead. 01823 432593.
Fri 6th - Sun 29th
Combe Martin Music & Comedy Festival
Live music every weekend; link events mid-week.
Fri 6th
Lynmouth Harbour Boat Trip
Experience Exmoor's dramatic Heritage coast in an open 30 seat boat. Commentary from an Exmoor National Park Ranger. % of charge goes to CareMoor for Exmoor. Bring waterproofs & warm clothes. Booking essential: 01598 763466. Meet Lynmouth. (Seafront opposite Cliff Railway) 12pm for 1 1/4 hr.
Access For All
Join a National Park Authority Ranger for a gentle tootle around the National Trust's easy access trail. See sculptures from Wood 2004 & look out for wildife. Free. Meet Webber's Post. 3pm for 1 1/2 hours.
Fri 6th - Sun 8th
West Somerset Folk Festival
wwww.westsomersetfolkfestival.co.uk
Sat 7th
Rock eXmoor 2
Music for every generation. Melcombe, Exford. 7:30pm. £15/£10. www.rockexmoor.co.uk
Brendon Hills Sheepdog Trials
01271 870056.
Sun 8th
Past Times & Pleasures
From embroidery to archery discover what the Victorians did in their spare time. Have a go yourself. Children's tennis tournament. Normal admission charges. 01271 850296. Arlington Court 11am - 3pm.
From Wooded Combes to High Moor
With the Exmoor Society take in Farley Water, Brendon Common, Rockford & Hoar Oak. Members & non-members welcome (donation). 01398 32333. Meet Hillsford Bridge. 11am / 8 miles. Walking boots / Clothing essential. Bring picnic.
Borough Farm Sheepdog Trials, Mortehoe
01271 870056.
Tue 10th
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
Discovering the Mammals of Tarr Steps Woodlands
As part of National Mammal Week join National Park Authority Conservation Staff for an afternoon stroll to learn more about the fascinating mammals that live there. Meet Tarrr Steps. 2pm for 2 1/2 hrs / 2 1/2 miles. Walking boots / Clothing essential. No Dogs.
Ashcombe Evening Deer Search
With a National Park Ranger watch Exmoor's red deer. Bring binoculars. Meet Ashcombe Car Park. 7:30pm for 2 hrs / 3 miles. Walking boots / Clothing essential. No Dogs.
Wed 11th
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
Mortehoe Sheepdog & Falconry Displays
01271 870056. 6pm.
Halsway Manor Contra Dancing
Contra dancing with live bands. £2. 01984 618274. 8pm - 10pm.
Thu 12th
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
Natural History Walk
Easy pace walk led by a member of the Exmoor Natural History Society. Free, suitable for all ages. 01643 821241. Meet Malmsmead Fields Centre. 2pm - 4pm for 2hrs.
West Somerset Morris Men
Lynton 8pm & Lynmouth 9pm. 01823 432593.
Sat 14th
Shammick Acoustic Sessions
Music, songs, stories & poetry for performers & listeners. Occasional
visiting performers. Meet Top George Inn, Combe Martin. 01271 882366.
www.umbermusic.co.uk/shammick.htm. 8pm- 11pm.
Sun 15th
Wooded Combes & Open Moor
Join a National Park Authority Volunteer Guide to explore Porlock Common, Hawkcombe Head & Ley Hill. Meet Porlock Hill. 11am for 6 hrs / 9 miles. Walking boots / Clothing essential. Bring picnic.
Arlington Adventure - Wardens Walk
Visit hidden parts of the Estate. Stop for picnic with stunning view. Steep slopes. £5/£3. Can pre-book picnic from tea-room. 01271 580296. Meet Arlington Court. 10:30am - 3:30pm. Walking boots / Clothing essential. Booking essential.
Far From the Madding Crowd
Get Away from the bustle & experience some wilder walking with a National Park Authority Ranger. Chance to spot wildlife while climbing in & out of some of Exmoor's quiet combes. Meet Brendon Two Gates. 2pm for 3 hrs/ 4 miles. Walking boots / Clothing essential.
Tue 17th
Minehead Rock
With an experienced member of National Park Staff see geology of the West Country through Minehead's buildings & look at the development of the beautiful coastal scenery. Meet Queen Anne Statue, Wellington Square. (Off Minehead's Main Street The Parade) 2pm for 3 hrs / 4 miles. Walking boots / Clothing essential.
Anstey Evening Deer Search
Join a National Park Ranger to watch Exmoor's Red Deer. Bring binoculars. Meet Anstey Gate. 7pm for 2 hrs / 3 miles. Walking boots / Clothing essential. No Dogs.
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
Wed 18th
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
Mortehoe Sheepdog & Falconry Displays
01271 870056. 6pm.
Halsway Manor Folk Dance Club
With live bands. £2. 01984 618274. 8pm - 10:30pm.
Thu 19th
West Somerset Morris Men
Burrowhayes, West Luccombe 8 pm & Porlock Wier 9pm. 01823 432593.
Dunster Castle Bat Walk
Dunster Castle. 8:30pm. Booking essential: 01643 821314.
Natural History Walk
Easy pace walk led by a member of the Exmoor Natural History Society. Free, suitable for all ages. 01643 821241. Meet Malmsmead Fields Centre. 2pm - 4pm for 2hrs.
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
Fri 20th
Dunster Castle Bat Walk
Dunster Castle. 8:30pm. Booking essential: 01643 821314.
Lynmouth Harbour Boat Trip
Experience Exmoor's dramatic Heritage coast in an open 30 seat boat. Commentary from an Exmoor National Park Ranger. % of charge goes to CareMoor for Exmoor. Bring waterproofs & warm clothes. Booking essential: 01598 763466. Meet Lynmouth. (Seafront opposite Cliff Railway) 12pm for 1 1/4 hr.
Lynton Rock
With an experienced memberof Exmoor National Park Authority staff walk to Lee bay to look at the stunning scenery & geology. Meet Valley of Rocks picnic area. 2pm for 3 hrs / 4 miles. Walking boots / Clothing essential.
Sat 21st
Porlock Vale Horticultural Society Summer Show
01643 862821. Porlock Village Hall. 2pm - 5pm.
Sun 22nd
Minehead & Exmoor Festival
St Andrew's Church, Minehead, Praise 6pm, Young Artist Recital 7.15pm. 01643 702353.
Brompton Regis Sheep Dog Trials
Ruglands Farm. 01398 323263. 10am.
Valley & Hills
Join a National Park Authority Volunteer Guide & walk up to Varle Hill, down to Tarr Steps, up to Hawkridge & down along the Barle Valley. Meet Dulverton National Park Centre. 10:30am for 6 hrs / 11 miles. Walking boots / Clothing essential. Bring picnic.
Porlock Country Fayre
Activities & attractions.horse & dog show. 01643 863 150. Adult £1, Child free. Porlock Recreation Ground. 12pm - 5pm.
Mon 23rd
Minehead & Exmoor Festival Symphony Orchestra - St George's Church Dunster, Conducted by Richard Dickins. 01643 702353.8pm.
Bat Supper @ Arlington Court
Encounter Lesser Horseshoe Bats. £10.Bring a torch. 7:30pm. No Dogs. Booking essential: 01271 850296.
Tue 24th
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
Mortehoe Sheepdog & Falconry Displays
01271 870056. 6pm.
Minehead & Exmoor Festival Symphony Orchestra - All Saint's Church Dulverton, Conducted by Richard Dickins. 01643 702353.8pm.
Wed 25th
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
Nightjar Evening in the Forest
Join Forestry Commission Forest Ranger Boyd Hay & an Exmoor National Park Authority Ranger to listen out for & spot a variety of woodland wildlife near Luxborough. Bring binoculars & torch, donations welcome. 8:30pm for 3 hrs / 3 miles. No Dogs. Booking essential: 01398 323841.
Viewpoint Stroll
Join an Exmoor National Park Authority Ranger on a free short wander to one of the finest viewpoints on Exmoor to see the sights, spot buzzards & learn some of our history. Mostly on good tracks with a climb of c. 200ft. Meet County Gate. 3pm for 2 hrs / 2 1/2 miles.
Creatures of the Night in Flight!
Display at the Exmoor Falconry Centre & a walk through bat rich Bossington to Hurlstone with the National Trust. Slight inclines. £6/£2.50/ 6:45pm - 9:45pm. Walking boots / Clothing essential. No Dogs. Booking essential: 01643 862452.
Bat Walk
With a National Trust Warden trak & identify species in Heddon Valley. Bring torch. £4/£2. 8:30pm - 10:30pm. No Dogs. Booking essential: 01598 763402.
Mortehoe Sheepdog & Falconry Displays
01271 870056. 6pm.
Thu 26th
Save Our Butterflies Walk
Join Butterfly Conservation Staff & Exmoor National Park Authority Ecologist for an afternoon stroll looking at Exmoor's butterflies as part of Save Our Butterflies Week. Try out your ID skills & learn more about the common & unusual species. Walking boots / Clothing essential. Booking essential via Ali Cox: 01398 323665.
Lynmouth Harbour Boat Trip
Experience Exmoor's dramatic Heritage coast in an open 30 seat boat. Commentary from an Exmoor National Park Ranger. % of charge goes to CareMoor for Exmoor. Bring waterproofs & warm clothes. Booking essential: 01598 763466. Meet Lynmouth. (Seafront opposite Cliff Railway) 12pm for 1 1/4 hr.
Minehead & Exmoor Festival Symphony Orchestra - Regal Theatre Minehead, Conducted by Richard Dickins. 01643 702353.8pm.
Natural History Walk
Easy pace walk led by a member of the Exmoor Natural History Society. Free, suitable for all ages. 01643 821241. Meet Malmsmead Fields Centre. 2pm - 4pm for 2hrs.
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
Fri 27th
Dunkery By Moonlight
Be guided by an Exmoor National Park Authority Ranger up the steep track to the highest point on Exmoor - Dunkery Beacon. Watch the sun set over the Bristol Channel & the distant mountains of Wales, & see the full moon rising like a huge Somerset Brie above the Brendon Hills. Look out for the Exmoor Beast lurking in the twilight. ALTERNATIVELY feel your way
up Dunkery in thick hill fog, see nothing but swirling white damp mist, hear many strange, wild night sounds in which Exmoor excels. Meet Webber's Post. 7:30pm for 2 1/2 hrs / 4 miles.
Fun Friday - The Travel Show
With Hands on History discover how people travelled in the past. Normal admission charge + £1. 01271 850296. Arlington Court. 11am - 3pm.
Sat 28th
Dulverton Fete & Flower Show
Exmoor House Lawns. 01398 233425. 2pm - 5pm.
Shammick Acoustic Sessions
Music, songs, stories & poetry for performers & listeners. Occasional
visiting performers. Meet Top George Inn, Combe Martin. 01271 882366.
www.umbermusic.co.uk/shammick.htm. 8pm- 11pm.
Circular Walk Around Whiterocks
With a member of the Exmoor Society take in Castle Bridge, Brewers & Mounsey Castles to find out about the history, archaeology & land management. Members & non-members welcome (donation). 01398 323335. Meet Venford. 11am. Walkingboots / Clothing essential. Bring picnic.
Minehead & Exmoor Festival Symphony Orchestra - Regal Theatre Minehead, Conducted by Richard Dickins. 01643 702353. 8pm.
Sun 29th
Porlock Horse Show
& Dog Show. 01643 841670. West Luccimbe Farm. 10am.
Messing About With Boats!
Ilfracombe Model Boat Club dispplay their impressive collection & launch them on the pond. Normal admission charge. 01271 850296. Arlington Court. 11am - 3pm.
St Albans Cathedral Choir at St Mary's Church Luccombe
11am & 4pm. Luccombe Church. No Dogs.
Simonsbath Sawmill Guided Tour
Restored historic sawmill. 01398 323665. 10:30am.
Mon 30th
Seaside Safari
Join a National Park Authoriy Ranger to find out 'who is eating who' in the rock pools & 'what is hiding where'. Fun for all ages. 2pm for 2 hours. Meet Lymouth (seafront opposite Cliff Railway). No Dogs.
Mon 30th - Sun 5th August
National Parks Week
Tue 31st
Mortehoe Sheepdog & Falconry Displays
01271 870056. 6pm.
AUGUST TOP
Wed 1st
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
Halsway Manor Folk Dance Club
With live bands. £2. 01984 618274. 8pm - 10:30pm.
Mortehoe Sheepdog & Falconry Displays
01271 870056. 6pm.
Exmoor Border Morris Men - Molland
Black Cock Inn. 7:45pm.
Ashcombe Evening Deer Search
With a National Park Authority Ranger watch Exmoor's red deer. Bring binoculars. Meet Ashcombe Car Park. 7pm for 2 hrs / 3 miles. Walking boots / Cloting essential. No Dogs.
Wed 1st - Fri 31st
Lynton & Lynmouth Scarecrow Festival
Barbrook & Brendon too. Free.
Thu 2nd
Historic Combe Martin
With a National Park Authority expert tour Combe Martin village looking at the unique history of the area inc mining, farming, trade & the development of England's longest village street. Bring cold drink. Meet Combe Martin National Park Centre. 1:30pm for 3 hrs / 5 miles.
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
National Garden Scheme Day
Dunster Castle. 01643 821314. 10am - 5pm.
Natural History Walk
Easy pace walk led by a member of the Exmoor Natural History Society. Free, suitable for all ages. 01643 821241. Meet Malmsmead Fields Centre. 2pm - 4pm for 2hrs.
Fri 3rd
Fun Friday - Bug Hunting
Normal admission, 01271 850296. Meet Arlington Court. 11am - 3pm.
Much Ado About Nothing - Arlington Court
Open air theatre. 6:30pm gates open for picnics, 7:30pm performance starts. £10 / £12 with discount for early bookings. 01271 850296. Meet Arlington Court.
Access For All
Join a National Park Authority Ranger for a gentle tootle around the National Trust's easy access trail. See sculptures from Wood 2004 & look out for wildife. Free. Meet Webber's Post. 3pm for 1 1/2 hours.
Sat 4th
Cutcombe Fete, Produce & Flower Show
& dog show. 01643 841263. 2pm.
Brendon Common & Badgworthy Water
With the Exmoor Society walk over Brendon Common to Badgworthy Water & return via Farley Water. Members & non-members welcome (donation). 01398 323335. Meet Brendon Two Gates. 11am. Walking boots / Clothing essential. Bring picnic.
Dunster Flower Show
01643 822232. Dunster Memorial Hall. 2:15pm. No Dogs.
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
Sat 4th - Mon 6th
Luccombe St Mary's Flower Festival
01643 863306. 10am - 5:30pm.
Sat 4th - Sat 11th
Combe Martin Carnival
A week of events 01271 883319.
Sun 5th
West Anstey Show & Gymkhana
Partridge Arms Farm, Yeo Mill. 01398 341604. 9am.
Halsway Manor Sunday Club
Free informal folk club - Sing, play, recite. 01984 618274. 8pm - 11pm.
Toy & Train Fayre
Minehead Station. £1 / 60p. 01643 702757. 10:30am - 4pm.
Over The Hills & Along The Coast
With a National Park Authority Voluntary guide take in Lady's mile, Holdstone Down & Hill & Birchey Cleave. Meet Hunter's Inn. 11am for 6 hrs / 9 miles. Walking boots / Clothing essential. Bring picnic.
Mon 6th
Messy Monday
Crafty fun. Normal admission, 01271 850296. Arlington Court. 11am - 3pm.
Seaside Safari
Join a National Park Authoriy Ranger to find out 'who is eating who' in the rock pools & 'what is hiding where'. Fun for all ages. 3pm for 2 hours. Meet Lymouth (seafront opposite Cliff Railway). No Dogs.
Tue 7th
Ashcombe Evening Deer Search
With a National Park Authority Ranger watch Exmoor's red deer. Bring binoculars. Meet Ashcombe Car Park. 7pm for 2 hrs / 3 miles. Walking boots / Cloting essential. No Dogs.
Mortehoe Sheepdog & Falconry Displays
01271 870056. 6pm.
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
Exploring Exmoor's Beautiful Bogs - World Water Day
With the Mire Project Officer look at beautiful bouncing bogs & rare plants across the wildest parts of Exmoor. Learn first hand about preservation work on upland mires. Look for red deer & moorland birds. On access land not footpaths, wet, rough tussocky ground. Meet Dure Down car park (on B3222) 10am - 3pm for 5 hrs / 3 miles. Walking boots / Clothing essential. Bring picnic.
Terrier Show & Family Dog Show
Melcombe, Exford. 01598 741112.
Wed 8th
Exford Show & Exmoor Pony Breed Show
01598 710512. Exford Show Ground. 9am - 4:30pm.
Chichester's Garden Party
Traditional stalls & games. Normal admission, 01271 850296. Arlington Court. 11am - 3pm.
Halsway Manor Contra Dancing
Contra dancing with live bands. £2. 01984 618274. 8pm - 10pm.
Wimbleball Exploration
Family event exploring part of Wimbleball Lake whilst introducing children to map iuse & orienteering. £2 per family group. Book/info: 01398 371516. Meet Wimbleball Lake. 10:30am - 1:30pm.
Bat Walk
With a National Trust Warden trak & identify species in Heddon Valley. Bring torch. £4/£2. 8:30pm - 10:30pm. No Dogs. Booking essential: 01598 763402.
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
Mortehoe Sheepdog & Falconry Displays
01271 870056. 6pm.
In the Footsteps of Blackmore
An experiencesd member of National Park Authority staff leads a circular tour around Doone Country taking in Yenworthy, Hoccombe Combe, Badgworthy Water & Oare, visiting sites mentioned in 'Lorna Doone' & listening to RD Blackmore's writings. Meet County Gate. 10:30am for 6 hrs / 10 miles. Walking boots / Clothing essential. Bring picnic.
Thu 9th
Lynmouth Harbour Boat Trip
Experience Exmoor's dramatic Heritage coast in an open 30 seat boat. Commentary from an Exmoor National Park Ranger. % of charge goes to CareMoor for Exmoor. Bring waterproofs & warm clothes. Booking essential: 01598 763466. Meet Lynmouth. (Seafront opposite Cliff Railway) 3:15pm for 1 1/4 hr.
Natural History Walk
Easy pace walk led by a member of the Exmoor Natural History Society. Free, suitable for all ages. 01643 821241. Meet Malmsmead Fields Centre. 2pm - 4pm for 2hrs.
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
Fri 10th
Fun Friday - Dance Workshop
Hop, bop, twist or tap. Normal admission, 01271 850296. Arlington Court. 11am - 3pm.
Sat 11th
The Dark Ages Of Exmoor
in 878AD King Alfred was surrounded by 2 armies of Danes & the future of the Saxon line hung in the balance. On a short walk with an Exmoor National Park Authority Ranger discover how a small prehistorichill fort changed the course of British history. Stunning views & scenery. Reasonably easy going with 300ft ascent. Meet Countisbury.
2pm for 2 hrs / 2 1/2 miles. Walking boots / Clothing essential.
Challacombe Sheep Dog Trials & Family Dog Show
& flower & veg show. 01598 763217. White Field Barton. 10:30am - 4pm.
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
Free Wildlife Family Fun Day
Learn about wildlife with Exmoor Natural History Society - treasure hunt, quiz & walk. Malmsmead Field Centre. 11am - 4pm.
Shammick Acoustic Sessions
Music, songs, stories & poetry for performers & listeners. Occasional
visiting performers. Meet Top George Inn, Combe Martin. 01271 882366.
www.umbermusic.co.uk/shammick.htm. 8pm - 11pm.
Sun 12th
Brendon Show
Brendon Barton. 01598 752430. 10am - 5pm.
Mon 13th
Messy Monday
Crafty fun. Normal admission, 01271 850296. Arlington Court. 11am - 3pm.
Seaside Safari
Join a National Park Authoriy Ranger to find out 'who is eating who' in the rock pools & 'what is hiding where'. Fun for all ages. 2pm for 2 hours. Meet Lymouth (seafront opposite Cliff Railway). No Dogs.
Tue 14th
Anstey Evening Deer Search
Join a National Park Ranger to watch Exmoor's Red Deer. Bring binoculars. Meet Anstey Gate. 7pm for 2 hrs / 3 miles. Walking boots / Clothing essential. No Dogs.
Mortehoe Sheepdog & Falconry Displays
01271 870056. 6pm.
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
Wed 15th
Farm Walk
Join a National Trust warden & tenant farmer to find out how a year is spent on Exmoor. Meet Barna Barrow. 2pm - 4pm. Walking boots / Clothing essential. No Dogs. Booking essential: 01598 763402.
The Great Flood
Meet an experienced guide on Lynmouth Pier (next to Rhenish Tower) on the 54th anniversary of the Lynmouth flood disaster. Trace the event on the West & East Lyn rivers & Hoaroak Water & see the changes which have taken place since. Bring picnic. 10:30am for 6 hrs / 8 miles. Walking boots / Clothing essential.
Tarr Steps Bat Walk
Join Exmoor National Park Authority Ecologist as part of European Bat Week for an evening walk along the river Barle to learn more about bats on Exmoor & hear them on a bat detector. Bring a torch. Meet Tarr Steps. 8:15pm for 2 hrs / 1 mile. No Dogs. Walking boots / Clothing essential.
Halsway Manor Folk Dance Club
With live bands. £2. 01984 618274. 8pm - 10:30pm.
Mortehoe Sheepdog & Falconry Displays
01271 870056. 6pm.
Exmoor Border Morris Men - Lynmouth
Rising Sun Inn 7:45pm.
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
Thu 16th
Natural History Walk
Easy pace walk led by a member of the Exmoor Natural History Society. Free, suitable for all ages. 01643 821241. Meet Malmsmead Fields Centre. 2pm - 4pm for 2hrs.
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
Fri 17th
Fun Friday - Earth Day
Environmental games. Normal admission, 01271 850296. Arlington Court. 11am - 3pm.
Dunter Show
01984 656990. Dunster Castle Lawns. 8 am - 6pm.
Sat 18th
Downhill All The Way!
A downhill valley walk along the East Lyn river with an Exmoor National Park Authority Ranger. Sample the delights of a wooded valley & spectacular river plus a few local ales en route. Bus trip back up to County Gate timetable dependant. Bus & ales not inc. Meet County Gate National Park Centre. 10:30am for 5 hrs / 8 miles. Walking boots / Clothing essential. Bring picnic.
Brompton Reguis Show & Gymkhana
01398 371234. Renford Knap. 9:30am - 4pm.
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
Sat 18th - Mon 27th
Pirate Week
Family trails in Dunster Castle gardens. 01643 821314.
Mon 20th
Messy Monday
Crafty fun. Normal admission, 01271 850296. Arlington Court. 11am - 3pm.
Seaside Safari
Join a National Park Authoriy Ranger to find out 'who is eating who' in the rock pools & 'what is hiding where'. Fun for all ages. 2pm for 2 hours. Meet Lymouth (seafront opposite Cliff Railway). No Dogs.
Tue 21st
Mortehoe Sheepdog & Falconry Displays
01271 870056. 6pm.
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
Ashcombe Evening Deer Search
With a National Park Authority Ranger watch Exmoor's red deer. Bring binoculars. Meet Ashcombe Car Park. 6:30pm for 2 hrs / 3 miles. Walking boots / Cloting essential. No Dogs.
Holdstone Heathers
Meet a National Park Authority Ranger for a walk across the scented heather moorland, down to cool woodland before a steady climb to join the South West Coast Path & its fine views across the sea. Meet Holdstone Down (car park with overhead barrier 2 miles west of Hunters Inn on Combe Martin Road). 2pm for 3 hrs / 5 miles. Walking boots / Clothing essential.
Wed 22nd
Horner Bat Detectives
National Trust popular exploration of bat-rich Horner Wood. £4/£1. Bring Torch. Meet Horner. (car park on minor road between West Luccombe & Luccombe. Follow signs from A39 1 mile east of Porlock) 7pm - 9pm. No Dogs. Booking essential: 01643 862452.
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
Mortehoe Sheepdog & Falconry Displays
01271 870056. 6pm.
Children's Batty Walk
Fun & games about bats & track them through the grounds. £3/£5. Bring a torch. Arlington Court. 7:30pm. Walking boots / Clothing essential. Booking essential: 01271 850296.
Thu 23rd
Literary Lynton & Lynmouth
Meet an experienced National Park Authority guide at Lynmouth Pier (next to Rhenish Tower) for a ramble to the Valley of Rocks in the footsteps of writers Shelley, Blackmore & Williamson. Listen to their writings & hear how the relationship between Wordsworth & Coleridge developed. Cost inc trip on cliff railway (children & dogs extra) 2pm for 3 hrs / 3 miles. Walking boots / Clothing
essential.
Natural History Walk
Easy pace walk led by a member of the Exmoor Natural History Society. Free, suitable for all ages. 01643 821241. Meet Malmsmead Fields Centre. 2pm - 4pm for 2hrs.
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
Fri 24th
Fun Friday - Make Music
Drumming, didgeridoo & singing. Normal admission, 01271 850296. Arlington Court. 11am - 3pm.
Lynmouth Harbour Boat Trip
Experience Exmoor's dramatic Heritage coast in an open 30 seat boat. Commentary from an Exmoor National Park Ranger. % of charge goes to CareMoor for Exmoor. Bring waterproofs & warm clothes. Booking essential: 01598 763466. Meet Lynmouth. (Seafront opposite Cliff Railway) 3:15pm for 1 1/4 hr.
Dunkery By Moonlight
Be guided by an Exmoor National Park Authority Ranger up the steep track to the highest point on Exmoor - Dunkery Beacon. Watch the sun set over the Bristol Channel & the distant mountains of Wales, & see the full moon rising like a huge Somerset Brie above the Brendon Hills. Look out for the Exmoor Beast lurking in the twilight. ALTERNATIVELY feel your way
up Dunkery in thick hill fog, see nothing but swirling white damp mist, hear many strange, wild night sounds in which Exmoor excels. Meet Webber's Post. 7pm for 2 1/2 hrs / 4 miles.
Fri 24th - 25th
Variety 2007
Combe Martin. See local press for details.
Sat 25th
Stones & Steps
Join a National Park Authority voluntary guide taking in the Caratacus Stone & Tarr Steps. 01398 323665. Meet Exmoor House public car park. 10am for 6 hrs / 12 miles. Walking boots / Clothing essential. Bring picnic.
Bridgetown & Exton Fete
01643 851342. Bridgetown. 2pm.
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
Shammick Acoustic Sessions
Music, songs, stories & poetry for performers & listeners. Occasional
visiting performers. Meet Top George Inn, Combe Martin. 01271 882366.
www.umbermusic.co.uk/shammick.htm. 8pm - 11pm.
Sun 26th
Across Heather Moorlands
With a National Park Authority volunteer guide walk to Lankcombe Ford, Hollowcombe Burrows & Farley Hill. Meet Scob Hill Gate. 11am for 6 hrs / 10 miles. Walking boots / Clothing essential. Bring picnic.
Simonsbath Sawmill Guided Tour
Restored historic sawmill. 01398 323665. 10:30am.
Summer Fete
Good old fashioned fun with the National Trust at Lynmouth. 01598 741101. Manor Ground, Lynmouth. 11am - 5pm.
Paws @ the Court
Fun dog show & advice from experts. 01271 850296. Arlington Court. 11am - 3pm.
Mon 27th
MEGA Messy Monday
Bank Holiday crafty fun! Normal admission charge. 01271 850296. Arlington Court. 11am - 3pm.
Dunkery's Slopes & Valleys
With the Exmoor Society walk across Dunkery's northern slopes visiting an Iron Age enclosure & Exmoor's highest church at Stoke Pero. Steep climb to finish. Members & non-members welcome (donation). 01398 323335. Meet Webber's Post. 11am / 6 1/2 miles. Walking boots / Clothing essential. Bring picnic.
Tue 28th
Seaside Safari
Join a National Park Authoriy Ranger to find out 'who is eating who' in the rock pools & 'what is hiding where'. Fun for all ages. 2pm for 2 hours. Meet Lymouth (seafront opposite Cliff Railway). No Dogs.
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
Mortehoe Sheepdog & Falconry Displays
01271 870056. 6pm.
Wed 29th
Children's Batty Walk
Fun & games about bats & track them through the grounds. £3/£5. Bring a torch. Arlington Court. 7:30pm. Walking boots / Clothing essential. Booking essential: 01271 850296.
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
Mortehoe Sheepdog & Falconry Displays
01271 870056. 6pm.
Thu 30th
Exmoor Natural History Society Centre
Free Admission, children welcome. Wildlife displays, games, bookstall, picnic area, information on all aspects of Exmoor's wildlife. 01643 821241. Malmsmead Field Centre. 1:30pm - 5pm.
Natural History Walk
Easy pace walk led by a member of the Exmoor Natural History Society. Free, suitable for all ages. 01643 821241. Meet Malmsmead Fields Centre. 2pm - 4pm for 2hrs.
Fri 31st
Fun Friday - Circus Skills
Learn juggling, plate spinning & stilt walking. Normal admission, 01271 850296. Arlington Court. 11am - 3pm.
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