Exmoor Events Calendar
August 2024
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Childrens Crafting
Bookmarks, greeting card making, and colouring activities with lots of pencils, crayons, felt tips and stickers to keep your little ones amused during the summer holidays. (Donations requested)
Julia Wade Art Exhibition
Julia's Works can be quite spontaneous! But within that organic process, her main focus is on capturing as much atmosphere possible, from the subject matter being worked on, at any one time. Her pictures often strive to express their subjects, beyond the obvious; hopefully, inviting the viewer in, to share and enjoy her sensitive expressions, within the works.
Pop-up Lynmouth Flood talks
A 10-minute illustrated talk on the Lynmouth Flood Disaster followed by 10 minutes of historical film from the time.
A chance to learn what happened and how it changed the village. No need to book. (Donations requested). Not Mondays
Moorland Mousie Exmoor Pony Exhibition
The Moorland Mousie Trust exists to promote and protect all aspects of registered Exmoor ponies, on Exmoor, throughout the UK and abroad. We want to ensure the continued survival of free-living Exmoor pony herds on Exmoor, nationally and internationally.
Rockpooling with a Ranger
We will hunt for anemones, crabs, sea sponges and all sorts of other marine critters. With our knowledgeable rangers as your guide, you will learn more about the diversity of life on our shores and gain the skills to carry on rockpooling in your own time. All equipment provided including identification guides, nets and buckets. The site is exposed so please remember sun cream and water (filling station in Lynmouth near the toilets). Sandals or waterproof shoes are useful but not essential. Everyone welcome!
Brendon Open Gardens
(NGS: National Garden Scheme, see ngs.org.uk for full details). At Higher Tippacott Farm, lunches & teas incl. gluten-free are served. Bric a brac & plants for sale. Display of vintage telephones & toys. £6 per person. Children free
Cutcombe Fete
A traditional Fete with lots of attractions - Exmoor Ponies, BBQ, tombola, children’s races, face painting, skittles, Pimms tent, teas and delicious homemade cakes, produce and craft marquee, skittles, hook a duck plus lots more! All monies raised remain right in the village for their own school, hall and Church.
Brendon Open Gardens
(NGS: National Garden Scheme, see ngs.org.uk for full details). At Higher Tippacott Farm, lunches & teas incl. gluten-free are served. Bric a brac & plants for sale. Display of vintage telephones & toys. £6 per person. Children free
Music Holiday Week in Dunster
The Yarn Market Hotel in Dunster, based within Exmoor National Park, hosts a 7 night holiday break on a full board basis with tutored workshops for singers and players of instruments by our regular choir leader Robyn Sevastos B.Mus, ARCM and conductor Mark Fitz-Gerald ARCM. The week has a programme of activities including walks, excursions, guests concerts, and an outdoor performance in Dunster’s historic market building on the Saturday. The break is very popular with regular repeat guests so places are limited. Whatever your ability you will be welcome to come and join in with our friendly guests for a week of fun and entertainment. Young persons are encouraged and there is a discount of 50% for under 20’s sharing a room with adults. Non residential places are also available to include the music element, activities and meals.
There are also a few non-residential places available for local residents.
Rockpooling with a Ranger
We will hunt for anemones, crabs, sea sponges and all sorts of other marine critters. With our knowledgeable rangers as your guide, you will learn more about the diversity of life on our shores and gain the skills to carry on rockpooling in your own time. All equipment provided including identification guides, nets and buckets. The site is exposed so please remember sun cream and water (filling station in Lynmouth near the toilets). Sandals or waterproof shoes are useful but not essential. Everyone welcome!
Dunster Outback Walk
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 bring suitable outdoor clothing and walking boots.
Dogs on short leads allowed.
Booking recommended.
Free event - donations welcome (for the CareMoor for Exmoor scheme supporting heritage, nature and access projects on Exmoor).
Rockpooling with a Ranger
We will hunt for anemones, crabs, sea sponges and all sorts of other marine critters. With our knowledgeable rangers as your guide, you will learn more about the diversity of life on our shores and gain the skills to carry on rockpooling in your own time. All equipment provided including identification guides, nets and buckets. The site is exposed so please remember sun cream and water (filling station in Lynmouth near the toilets). Sandals or waterproof shoes are useful but not essential. Everyone welcome!
Exmoor Mines Visit
A visit to some interesting mines on Exmoor. Bring your own car! Meet at Simonsbath car park. Explore Wheal Eliza and the Cornham Ford workings or others. If you are interested. contact us giving a phone number or email address by August 2nd so that details can be arranged. Price TBA. Booking essential by August 2.
Brompton Regis Show and Gymkhana
High on the Brendon Hills near Wimbleball lake. Horse show with showing, jumping and gymkhana classes; dog show and gun dog scurry. All entries on the day. Plus a traditional village show with, produce and handicrafts shows, auction of pledges, bouncy castle, face painting, plants, and much much more. Refreshments, licensed bar, BBQ all day. Adults £5 and free for children up to 14 years
Dulverton Summer Craft Fair
26 local artisan traders await, each offering unique products, crafted themselves to an excellent standard. Expect to find real ales, chocolate, dog apparel, soaps, fudge, cocktails, a variety of different art styles, cider, jewellery, flowers, cake, and much more besides.
Free entry, all welcome, dog friendly, wheelchair accessible venue. Tea/coffee/soft drinks available.
Choral and Orchestral Outdoor performance
The Yarn Market Hotel in Dunster, based within Exmoor National Park, hosts a performance of light classical and popular pieces of music performed by the choir and orchestra from the Yarn Market Hotel’s annual Music Holiday Week. This takes place in the 17th century octagonal Yarn Market building, a major feature in the medieval village of Dunster. All are welcome to come and listen to this outdoor performance. This usually takes place at around 2.00 pm but please check with the hotel for an exact time.
Painting Holiday
Each day you will visit a different painting location. Everything is included from full board, tuition, lunch and drinks throughout the day. The holidays are relaxed and informal with small groups. You will be sure to have a lot of fun. Guests need to bring their own art materials. Easels, boards & chairs are available.
Lynmouth Flood Talk and Walk
A half hour presentation looking at 1950’s film and photograph of the Lynmouth Flood Disaster followed by a gentle stroll around the village to look for signs of the Flood and how it changed the Village. A free event with donations to CareMoor for Exmoor appreciated.
Exford Horse Show
Exmoor Ponies, Horses & Sheep on Show. Craft, Produce & Local Trade Stands. Flight of the Flags, Family Dog Show. Stag Horns, Inter-Hunt Relay, Pony Club. Show Jumping, Gymkhana, Parade of Hounds. Refreshments.
A Walk through Dunster's History
A 2hr guided walk around a village steeped in history.
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.
Please ensure you bring suitable outdoor clothing and stout footwear.
Dogs on short leads allowed.
Booking recommended.
Free event - donations welcome for the CareMoor for Exmoor scheme supporting heritage, nature and access projects on Exmoor.
Natural History Walk
An easy paced stroll to explore and discover the wildlife of the wonderful habitats and landscape around Porlock Weir.
Hidden Porlock
Meet at Porlock Visitor Centre TA24 8QD.
Advisable to book. Donations appreciated. Proceeds to CareMoor Exmoor and Porlock Visitor Centre. For more info and to book Tel: 01643 863150 or email: visit@porlock.co.uk
Dulverton Farmers Market
Visit Dulverton’s Farmers Market on the last Saturday of the month – April to September – from 10am to 2.30pm in the Lion Stables Car Park in the heart of the town.
Showcasing the best produce and crafts from Exmoor, Devon and Somerset – including home-reared meat, local cheese, Exmoor-brewed ales, delicious jams and chutneys, and even Dulverton-distilled spirits! You’ll find local craftspeople here too, selling belts, bags, baskets, books, photographs and more. Refreshments and live entertainment too. Treat yourself to a great day out and discover Dulverton Farmers Market!
For more information visit the Farmers Market page of the Visit Dulverton website.
Literary Walk in the Doone Valley
Follow in the footsteps of RD Blackmore as we recount some of the wonderful landscapes as pictured in the writings of Lorna Doone, in a guided walk. Places can be reserved by clicking the link.