Come and join us this December for a festive and scenic ride around Wistlandpound Reservoir.

There’s no better way to get into the Christmas spirit this December than tinsel, festive cheer, mince pies, and horse-riding through the countryside.

Wistlandpound Reservoir, near Blackmoor Gate in North Devon, is the perfect setting with its rugged scenery and fresh air. This is a chance to embrace the elements and be an adventurer, because horse-riding in nature is always a rejuvenating and thrilling experience, whatever the weather.

What’s included?

A chance to meet and greet the horses, ponies and donkeys living at Calvert Devon before mounting and getting to know your steed

1-hour ride from the stables to Wistlandpound Reservoir, following the winding paths along the water’s edge and through the pine trees

Join us in this festive workshop to learn how to craft a beautiful Christmas decoration featuring a resin mistletoe and holly and a rolled beeswax candle!

You will be guided through the process to create your own dipped resin mistletoe and holly arrangement, using wire, florists tape and resin. Then, you will have a go at making your own rolled beeswax candle to add the finishing touches to your festive decoration. All materials are provided and at the end of the session you will have crafted a lovely festive piece to take home with you.

Book now if you are an arts and crafts lover and fancy creating a new Christmas decoration for yourself, or perhaps as a gift!

Experience the magic of the season. Join us for a festive weekend filled with outdoor accessible adventures, wintery fun, and a special visit from Santa!

Festive adventure fun, filled with all of this:

Crate Stacking & Big Swing: How tall can you build the tower before safely swinging through the air?

Archery: Hit the bullseye. A fun and friendly competition, with Christmas cheer thrown in.

Abseiling & Zipline: The perfect way to get your heart racing and your spirits soaring!

Bike Rides: Travel scenic routes past beautiful views. With the refreshing weather, it’s a peaceful yet invigorating way to embrace nature.

Christmas Crafts: Unleash your inner elf, make your very own holiday decorations and create some extra holiday cheer to take home.

Christmas Disco: The weekend wouldn’t be complete without a festive dance to holiday tunes, with twinkling lights and plenty of cheer. It’s a chance to let loose and enjoy the company of new friends.

Inclusivity for all, festive atmosphere and experienced friendly team: Our activities and facilities cater to all abilities, with decorations throughout the centre and a passionate team will ensure your experience is full of festive joy, with a focus on creating a welcoming environment for everyone.

A mix of festive treats and accessible activities in the North Devon countryside? What’s not to love?

Here’s the full schedule:

Friday 5th December

Arrive in the afternoon – bedrooms are available from 4pm

Enjoy your evening meal at 6pm before relaxing and settling in

Saturday 6th December

Hot breakfast at 8.30am

Morning activity session at 10am

Lunch at 1pm

Afternoon activity session at 2pm

Presents from Santa from 4pm

Christmas Dinner at 6pm

Festive party and disco from 7.30pm

Sunday 7th December

Hot breakfast at 8.30am

Morning activity session at 10am

Lunch at 1pm

Afternoon activity session at 2pm

Space and time to unwind and relax with dinner at 6pm

Arts and Crafts session from 7.30pm

Monday 8th December

Breakfast at 8.30am

Time to wave goodbye – check-out of rooms by 10am (with all of North Devon on the doorstep to explore before going home)

Our Christmas weekend breaks are the perfect way to create lasting memories with family and friends.

Prices:

The per-person price for this break between the advertised dates is £315.

This price is all-inclusive of accommodation, all meals and activities as outlined above.

Larger groups of 16 or more people wanting a more tailored schedule will receive a personalised per-person quote to match your unique requirements.

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. There’ll be no high-pressure sales tactics used by our team, as we truly want what is best for you and will work with you at your own pace to make your dreams a reality.

Start the conversation today:

Phone 01598 763221 (select option 1) and a team member will answer any questions and discuss the options you require.

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.