Exmoor Events Calendar

June 2026

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Waters of Time: Exploring Lynmouth’s Heritage

Join a guided walk leader on a 2 hr walk and discover the many ways in which water has shaped life in this coastal community.From rivers to the sea, discover how water has shaped life in this picturesque coastal community, from its roots as a small fishing village, to the growth of tourism and the impact of nature.A 2 hour walk on fairly even ground. Starts at Lynmouth National Park Centre.Dogs on short leads allowed.Booking advisable.Free event with - donation welcome to our CareMoor for Exmoor scheme supporting heritage, nature and access projects on Exmoor. For more information: Lynmouth National Park Centre Tel: 01598 752509

Contact phone 01598 752509 Contact email NPCLynmouth@exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk

Dunster Outback Walks

A 2h-2.5hr/4 mile guided walk, exploring the hills and landscape that surround the historical village of Dunster.

Join a guided walk leader and explore the picturesque landscape around Dunster.

A 2- 2.5hr/4 mile guided walk, taking in the historical sites of Dunster village and the breathtaking views above the village from the ancient hillforts of Grabbist Hill and Bat’s Castle.

Accessibility: The walk route includes some steep inclines, over uneven ground. A moderate level of fitness is required.

Please ensure you wear suitable outdoor clothing and walking boots.

Dogs on short leads allowed.

Booking recommended. Walk starts at the National Park Centre Dunster.

Free event - donations welcome (for the CareMoor for Exmoor scheme supporting heritage, nature and access projects on Exmoor).

Contact phone 01643 821835 Contact email NPCDunster@exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk

Waters of Time: Exploring Lynmouth’s Heritage

Join a guided walk leader on a 2 hr walk and discover the many ways in which water has shaped life in this coastal community.From rivers to the sea, discover how water has shaped life in this picturesque coastal community, from its roots as a small fishing village, to the growth of tourism and the impact of nature.A 2 hour walk on fairly even ground. Starts at Lynmouth National Park Centre.Dogs on short leads allowed.Booking advisable.Free event with - donation welcome to our CareMoor for Exmoor scheme supporting heritage, nature and access projects on Exmoor. For more information: Lynmouth National Park Centre Tel: 01598 752509

Contact phone 01598 752509 Contact email NPCLynmouth@exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk

Candle making workshop

Come along to a fun and interactive class that is designed to introduce you to the wonderful world of beeswax!
The workshop includes 3 craft activities using beeswax which is made by our very own honeybees at Quince Honey Farm. A member of our Education Team will guide you through a range of techniques in order to craft 3 types of candles and a beeswax wrap. You’ll learn about our honeybees too, how and why they make beeswax and the weird and wonderful things that we use it for. Our friendly instructor will be there every step of the way to guide you and make sure you have a wonderful crafting experience. Ticket price: £40 per person (includes a hot drink and slice of cake)
You can book online (booking fee applies), or by phone on 01769 572 401 or in person in our shop.
Contact phone 01769 572 401 Contact email hello@quincehoneyfarm.co.uk

Flower arranging & forage workshop with a cream tea

Create a beautiful honey jar flower arrangement in this seasonal workshop, with a cream tea too!

Join our Head Gardener on a tour and flower forage of the Nectar Gardens and grounds at Quince Honey Farm, where you will hunt for a selection of beautiful blooms to create your own bespoke flower arrangements by upcycling our honey jars. Then, enjoy a honey cream team while discovering simple tips and techniques to get the best out of your flowers as well as the secrets to flower design and arranging techniques. Explore how to use texture, colour and movement to create a natural style arrangement. The workshop will also cover flower care, when best to pick flowers and how to prepare and condition them before arranging.

Dates:

Tuesday 9th June  2026, 10:30am – 12:30pm
Saturday 4th July 2026, 10:30am – 12:30pm

Cost: £28 pp

Contact phone 01769572401 Contact email hello@quincehoneyfarm.co.uk

Three pictures of Nineteenth Century Lynmouth Talk by Nick Lovell

National Park Centre, Lynmouth The Pavilion, The Esplanade, EX35 6EQ

In this talk Nick Lovell will be talking about the development of Lynmouth in the 19th Century and some of the folk who lived there during a period of great change. He will focus on three main pictures from the period, including one showing Lynmouth’s Victorian heroine, Annie Lord. 
Free but donations welcome (to be shared between the Lyn and Exmoor Museum and CareMoor)

Contact phone 01598752509 Contact email NPCLynmouth@exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk

Westermill Farm Walk

Westermill Farm Holidays, The Tunnel, Exford, Minehead TA24 7NJ
Join walk leaders Jill and Oliver Edwards for a walk along the Exe Valley beside the river Exe climbing to a view point with views of moorland and Exe Cleeve.
Jill runs their farm with her husband, Oliver, and younger son David. They also run a tourism business camping and self catering cottages. The farm as been in the family since 1938.
Approximately one and a half to two hours, taking in pasture, rough ground, woodland, river Exe, cattle and sheep shed. All stock will be outside to see.
Walk to the top of the farm including an ancient standing stone. Walking back to farm house takes in silage fields or ewes with lambs, cows with calves depending on the time of the year, plus the top sheds for housing cattle. Finish at the sheep shed and our holiday cottages.
* Dogs welcome on a lead
* Great for families
* Tea and cake in the garden
Event requires booking, please see our website for details.
Image credit:  Jill Edwards
Contact phone 01398 323335 Contact email info@exmoorsociety.com

Flower Printing Workshop

Join us in a creative hands-on workshop where you will create your own unique floral artwork and natural botanical prints!

Learn how to preserve the vibrant colours of leaves and flowers by using the ‘pound and print’ technique to release their natural dyes onto fabric, paper or card. Forage our Nectar Gardens to pick some beautiful flowers and leaves, or bring your own with you if you prefer. What flowers you choose and what you design is up to you! Take your print home with you and choose what you’d like to use it for, perhaps a bookmark, your own bespoke gift card, or even frame it and hang it on a wall to decorate your home. You will leave with the knowledge and confidence to try these techniques at home and continue your floral artwork journey!

Dates:

Saturday 13th June 2026, 11am – 12:30pm
Sunday 19th July 2026, 11am – 12:30pm

Cost: £20 (including refreshments)

Contact phone 01769572401 Contact email hello@quincehoneyfarm.co.uk

Sampford Brett Fete

A traditional village fete in a lovely garden with various stalls, crafts, raffles, BBQ, licensed bar, tea, cake and live music.

Contact phone 07710 385649 Contact email janswan2000@gmail.com

Lyn Valley Classic 2026

Photo of classic cars

The annual Lyn Valley Classic has grown to become one of the best car shows in the UK, with over 400 vehicles from across the ages taking over Lynton and Lynmouth this event raises thousands for local charities and is one not to be missed.

Join us on Sunday 14th June for an unforgettable day at the 2026 Lyn Valley Classic. Set against the stunning scenery of Lynton and Lynmouth, this celebration of motoring heritage offers a fantastic experience while supporting great causes.

Contact phone 01598 753486 Contact email contact@cliffrailwaylynton.co.uk

A Walk through Dunster's History

A 2hr guided walk around a village steeped in history, starting from the National Park Centre Dunster.
Accessibility: The walk route includes some gentle inclines around the village lanes and passes over some uneven ground towards the end of the route. The route can be adapted - if you have a particular mobility requirement please contact Dunster National Park Centre prior to booking for further information - tel: 01643 821835.
Please ensure you bring suitable outdoor clothing and stout footwear.
Dogs on short leads allowed.
Booking recommended.

Contact phone 01643 821835 Contact email NPCDunster@exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk

Natural History Walk

ENHS Porlock Weir Centre adjoining the car park. TA248PD

An easy paced stroll to discover the natural history within the wonderful landscape around Porlock Weir.

Contact phone 01643 863124 Contact email ruthehyett@gmail.com

Hawkcombe Wood Heath Fritillary Butterflies and Woodland Management

Car park on south of A39, 400m west of cattle grid at top of Porlock Hill, TA24 8LT
Join ENPA’s Woodland Officer Graham McVittie to look at some of the coppice management work in this National Nature Reserve to help the recovery of the heath fritillary butterfly (aka the Woodman’s Follower).
Graeme is a Senior Woodland Officer for Exmoor National Park Authority involved in the management of ENPA woodland including Hawkcombe for over 25 years. Graeme is a forester rather than an ecologist, so brings a practical management perspective to the recovery and conservation of this rare species.
Walk into Hawkcombe Wood National Nature Reserve to see the rare heath fritillary butterfly (weather dependent and NOT guaranteed) and understand its relationship with traditionally managed woodland. Walk can be quite strenuous, particularly if it’s hot and dry.
– Dogs welcome on a lead
– Suitable for children
Event requires booking, please see our website for details.
Image credit Nigel Stone
Contact phone 01398 323335 Contact email info@exmoorsociety.com

Horse riding weekend at Calvert Devon

What is a horse riding weekend?
These weekends are dedicated to those who love horses and life in the stables.
If you or someone in your family is horsey-mad, take this opportunity to spend two whole days with the equestrian team for riding lessons, hacks, animal care, and lots of fun.
Young girl horseback riding outside stables, led by a woman.
With guidance from the fantastic instructors and volunteers, you’ll get to enjoy:
Riding tuition, which could involve a hack to Wistlandpound Reservoir depending on the weather
Horse-based games and riding challenges to increase confidence
Grooming
Tacking up
Feeding
Other general duties that showcase life in the stables to the fullest
Contact phone 01598 763221 Contact email hello@calvertdevon.org.uk

Parracombe Gardens

Parracombe EX31 4RJ

Five gardens set in the historic Exmoor village of Parracombe, with its Norman motte & bailey castle and St Petrock’s, an ancient Grade 1 listed C12 church (guided tours available). Parracombe village primary school will showcase flowers and vegetables grown by the pupils. Teas/light lunches and WC at Pavilion Community Stores and Café. Lunches available at the Fox & Goose (booking advised 01598 763239).

Contact email julia.holtom@yahoo.co.uk

Wild Reading with Seven Fables

Seven Fables, 7 The High Street, Dulverton, Exmoor, Somerset TA22 9HB
A quiet reading revolution
If only you were gifted the time to read alongside the book itself
◦ Gathering monthly from April to September
◦ Select either the fiction or non-fiction ticket option
◦ Then walk with us into the woods of Dulverton to simply sit and read in
companionable silence
Season ticket and remote-reader options available
Prior booking essential
Contact phone 01398 324457 Contact email info@sevenfables.co.uk

Parracombe Gardens

Parracombe EX31 4RJ

Five gardens set in the historic Exmoor village of Parracombe, with its Norman motte & bailey castle and St Petrock’s, an ancient Grade 1 listed C12 church (guided tours available). Parracombe village primary school will showcase flowers and vegetables grown by the pupils. Teas/light lunches and WC at Pavilion Community Stores and Café. Lunches available at the Fox & Goose (booking advised 01598 763239).

Contact email julia.holtom@yahoo.co.uk

South West Coast Path Walking Break

The Yarn Market Hotel in Dunster, based within Exmoor National Park, has a 5 night accommodation break with 4 days walking to cover the section Minehead to Combe Martin, a total of around 35 miles. The schedule is broken into daily sections of an average of 9 to 10 miles walking. The break includes Dinner, bed and breakfast, packed lunches for the walking days, transport to and from the start and finish of each days walk, and guiding. You will see fantastic coastal scenery along the route including wooded combes, farmland, ancient hill forts, England’s smallest church, the twin villages of Lynton and Lynmouth and the Valley of the Rocks, and wonderful views over the Bristol Channel to South Wales. The pace is at an average to suit all the walkers' abilities. £775.00 per person. The break is organised and led by Julian Wilkes. For further details and bookings visit the website www.wilkeswalks.co.uk
Contact phone 01643 821425 Contact email hotel@yarnmarkethotel.co.uk

Willow Sunflower workshop

National Park Centre, Lynmouth The Pavilion, The Esplanade, EX35 6EQ

Come and join local basket maker Jane and learn how to make lovely willow sunflowers, with local willow and natural fibres.  It is a friendly and welcoming workshop, where we learn and explore the slow rhythm of weaving. We will be using traditional basketry techniques to make big willow sunflowers to decorate your home or garden.

Cost: £25 per person. All materials are included in the course fee.

Please book by calling the National Park Centre on 01598752509

Contact phone 01598 752509

Flower arranging & forage workshop with a cream tea

Create a beautiful honey jar flower arrangement in this seasonal workshop, with a cream tea too!

Join our Head Gardener on a tour and flower forage of the Nectar Gardens and grounds at Quince Honey Farm, where you will hunt for a selection of beautiful blooms to create your own bespoke flower arrangements by upcycling our honey jars. Then, enjoy a honey cream team while discovering simple tips and techniques to get the best out of your flowers as well as the secrets to flower design and arranging techniques. Explore how to use texture, colour and movement to create a natural style arrangement. The workshop will also cover flower care, when best to pick flowers and how to prepare and condition them before arranging.

Dates:

Tuesday 9th June  2026, 10:30am – 12:30pm
Saturday 4th July 2026, 10:30am – 12:30pm

Cost: £28 pp

Contact phone 01769572401 Contact email hello@quincehoneyfarm.co.uk

Rockpooling with the Rangers

Photo of a family Rockpooling
Lynmouth seafront EX35 6EQ
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.
Contact phone 07970099116 Contact email cwray@exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk