This self‑led trail is designed to guide you around some of the rare, unusual, and historically significant trees that help make Dunster Castle & Gardens such a special place. Pick up your free trail map from the Visitor Reception building, then set off at your own pace. Perfect for families, nature‑lovers, and curious wanderers alike, this gentle trail invites you to slow down, look up, and see Dunster Castle from a fresh perspective. Normal admission applies to non-members.

01643821314 dunstercastle@nationaltrust.org.uk

The Yarn Market Hotel in Dunster, based within Exmoor National Park, has a 3 night residential break on a Dinner Bed and Breakfast basis with a light lunch at the hotel Tuesday and Wednesday.
All admissions and transportation are included..
Monday: Arrival—Short walk to the Deer Park or Arboretum
Tuesday: Explore Dunster — Castle, Gardens and Mill
Wednesday: AM— Explore Dulverton and Heritage Centre
Wednesday: PM— Explore Porlock Weir, Porlock Weir Centre,      
Boat Museum and Galleries
Thursday: Dunster Beach gentle nature walk, then depart hotel. The cost is £390.00 per person inclusive (no single supplements)

01643 821425 hotel@yarnmarkethotel.co.uk

FREE, booking required. Session 1: 10am-12:30pm, Session 2: 1pm-3:30pm.

Flower Press and Print

Inspired by Hope Bourne’s life and work, the South West Heritage Trust are running family-friendly activities, creating printed artworks inspired by the landscape and the natural world. Join Somerset artists InkJam  for a relaxed and creative family-friendly printmaking workshop inspired by Exmoor artist Hope Bourne and using everyday discarded materials as she often did. We’ll discover how simple materials can be transformed into beautiful artworks. Together we’ll explore flowers and foliage through observational drawing, before transferring our sketches to our printing plates, made from recycled card and tetrapak cartons. We will experiment with markmaking, etching tools and cut out shapes ready for printing. We can layer colour inks, inspired by the rich tones of the Exmoor landscape, before printing using our large relief press.

This playful hands-on session encourages curiosity, creativity and sustainability- perfect for families who enjoy making art together. No drawing skills are required, and everyone will leave with their own unique, colourful print.

Hope Bourne (1918-2010) was a respected artist, writer, and creator who lived off grid on Exmoor for most of her adult life. Her work focused mainly on nature and the beauty of the local area. Along with thousands of drawings and paintings, Hope wrote and illustrated seven books and contributed a weekly column to The West Somerset Free Press.

There will be two half-day workshops on this date (booking required).

Session 1: 10am-12:30pm, Session 2: 1pm-3:30pm.

tel:01823 278805 info@swheritage.org.uk

** CANCELLED BY HOST ** This will be a sensory-led experience that encourages mindful and conscious interaction, with an emphasis on ‘being’ rather than ‘doing’. It includes slow walking through this beautiful, ancient woodland, breathing deeply, touching leaves or tree bark, noticing patterns textures and smells of the forest. The final element is a full body meditation under the canopy of trees - followed by herbal tea. Benefits include stress reduction alongside reduced anxiety, better focus and improved mood. Spending time in nature has been shown to lower blood pressure, reduce cortisol and balance blood sugar levels. £15

Please telephone or email for more information and booking.

Meet at Horner National Trust Car Park (charges apply)  ///grants.stability.riddle

karinmiamiller@gmail.com

Enjoy a day of free activities at the wonderful Doone Valley, from creative crafts to exciting nature discoveries. Try your hand at lawn games, get creative and explore the wild play area complete with climbing frames, tunnels and games.

Free Event - no booking required.

tel:01271 850296 northdevon@nationaltrust.org.uk

Park at Westerclose House (excellent parking) and start with a welcome coffee before setting out on an enjoyable 1 mile walk. Westerclose overlooks open moorland and is flanked by the beautiful River Barle and Pennycombe Water.

We'll walk from the house exploring varied pasture and woodland flora via wooded footpaths alongside Pennycombe Water, through meadows towards the River Barle at a time of year when nature is bursting with all the good things in life!  Walking to the sounds of running water and vibrant birdsong, pausing to identify bankside flora and habitats with a leading member of Exmoor Natural History Society. We’ll return for an informative talk by a member of RETA (River Exe & Tributaries Association) on the ecology of Exmoor rivers and their fish. Informal light lunch and chat time. £15 per head.

Our local village tea-rooms in Withypool serve excellent afternoon tea and cake for your homeward journey.

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Book via email or telephone (by Mon 25 May latest)

07765 916 736 polly@westerclose.co.uk