Exmoor Events Calendar
October 2024
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Exhibition by the Lynton & Barnstaple Railway
Steam trains through rolling countryside, with views out to wild moorland and the rugged coastline. Originally opened in 1898, and closed in 1935; what you can see today at Woody Bay is just the beginning of an exciting project to rebuild one of the world’s most famous and picturesque narrow-gauge railways; the legendary Lynton & Barnstaple Railway.
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).
Two Moors Festival
Highlights include appearances from artists including harpsichordist Mahan Esfahani, violinist Henning Kraggerud, pianists Clare Hammond and George Fu, Stile Antico, violinist and The Festival’s Artistic Director Tamsin Waley-Cohen, recorder quartet Palisander and brass quintet Connaught Brass. The Festival has also commissioned a new song cycle by Freya Waley-Cohen which will explore Exmoor folklore through the poetry of Samuel Taylor Coleridge for baritone, Roderick Williams.
Exploring the theme from different perspectives, from the 24 hours of the day and the 24 keys of western music, to magic and dreamscapes, the bright sunlight of the baroque to the reflected moonlight of romanticism, and our connection to the Earth’s daily turn on its axis, this promises to be a Festival full of evocative experiences and storytelling from both internationally established and exciting up and coming artists.
Ralegh's Cross Long Walk
The 19th century mineral line was built to carry iron ore from the Brendons to Watchet for shipment to South Wales. This is a walk/talk of about 7 miles, steep, but with stops along the way. We visit Beulah Chapel, the old Brendon village and the Winding House. Then we go down the steep Incline to Comberow, through the woods to Leighland Chapel and circle back via a picturesque waterfall. Boots, a packed lunch and waterproofs needed.
Cream Tea with Inspirational Women
Porlock celebrates International Ada Lovelace Day by inviting five diverse women speakers to tea on 5th October. This year Natalie Dyson BEM, the CEO of Diversity Voice and Diane Turner, MATS clinical lead and bereavement councillor have agreed to speak, and hopefully Somerset Chief Constable will attend. £8. Booking essential. Tickets will be available from wegottickets.com (booking fee applies) or with cash from Porlock Visitor, or by BACS direct with PVH.
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.
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.
Talks at the Pavilion: Fungi with Patrick Watts-Mabbott
Patrick has an amazing knowledge of fungi and is always very enthusiastic to share it! This is a free event, although there will be a donation box for Caremoor for Exmoor. No need to book, just turn up.
Talks at the Pavilion: Dark Skies with Seb Jay
Always a very enjoyable talk. Seb Jay explores the wonders of this night-time world above our heads with help from some clever software he uses his robust knowledge of astronomy to take us on a journey out across the cosmos with our eyes, revealing what we can see by just looking up. Booking essential. £5 per person
Talks at the Pavilion: Dark Skies with Seb Jay
Always a very enjoyable talk. Seb Jay explores the wonders of this night-time world above our heads with help from some clever software he uses his robust knowledge of astronomy to take us on a journey out across the cosmos with our eyes, revealing what we can see by just looking up. Booking essential. £5 per person
Exmoor Dark Skies Stargazing break
The Yarn Market Hotel in Dunster, based within Exmoor National Park, Europe’s first designated Dark Skies Reserve, is hosting an early Spring Stargazing weekend. The break is on a full board basis and includes Sunday lunch. A programme of activities takes place over the weekend, led by expert Terry Evans, who will provide fascinating talks and attend the evening stargazing sessions. If the weather should not be perfect to offer clear skies on any evening an alternative programme will be in place. The break is suitable for anyone with an interest in astronomy, at any level of experience. Young enthusiasts are also encouraged and there is a discount of 50% for under 20’s sharing a room with adults.
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 half-term. (Donations requested)
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
All Through the Night: Why Our Lives Depend on Dark Skies
As a society we have closed our curtains to the darkness, now Dani urges you to cast those curtains wide, step out of your front door and let the darkness pull you in.
99% of Western Europeans live under light polluted skies, but what is this doing to our health? Our wellbeing? Our connection to the cycles of nature? Our wildlife, too, has been cast into the harsh glare of our light addiction, with devastating impacts. Discover Why darkness is so important - to plants, to animals, and to ourselves – and why we must protect it all costs.
This book is a celebration of all things that go bump in the night and the joy that can be found when the sun goes down.
'Woven through All Through the Night is a wonderful story of what natural darkness means to Dani. Her story is more than an anecdote, it's a powerful recounting of what is lost when the night burns like day, and the simple steps we can all take to reclaim natural darkness to benefit us all.’ Ruskin Hartley, Executive Director at International Dark-Sky Association
ALL AGES WELCOME - A level of walking fitness is required, please dress appropriately, and do bring a blanket or cushion to sit on - we walk in all weathers. SORRY NO DOGS on this special event.
Booking essential. Walk & Talk + Book £17 (rrp £9.99PB) Walk & Talk £12 Children Under 16 FREE
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
Art Exhibition by Beryl Perriam
Beryl Perriam is a self-taught artist, she started painting and drawing 45 years ago and was very quickly taken on by many suppliers of art material to demonstrate their use.
Beryl paints in acrylic oils and pastels as well as coloured pencils and graphite, she has taught numerous artists in these mediums.