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
Join us for a day full of butterfly themed art & craft activities at the Exmoor National Park Centre in Dunster. Make your own butterfly and moth masks, kites, gliders, bookmarks and more. Have a go at our butterfly puzzles and quizzes. Pick up a free butterfly guide and learn to spot some of Exmoor’s most common butterflies. If the weather is warm and dry, join us for a 45-minute walk in the grounds of Dunster Castle at 2pm as we take part in the Butterfly Conservation’s Big Butterfly Count. Drop in anytime between 10.30am and 3pm No need to book in advance, but a suggested donation of £2 per child to CareMoor for Exmoor would be welcomed. Please note children must be accompanied by parents or carers.
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).
The annual Brompton Regis Show & Gymkhana dates back many years. On Saturday 14 August 1954, the first Summer Fete was held. The following year, it was decided to organise a pony gymkhana on the same day and it became known as the Brompton Regis Gymkhana and Summer Fete. The show still retains a traditional mix of uniquely British activities: showjumping and competitions for horses and ponies; dog show and scurry; tea and cake, BBQ and other refreshments; competitions for home baking and homegrown fruit and vegetables; tombola, raffle and much, much more.
The show attracts a huge number of visitors each year, both local and from across the world.
As well as a fantastic day out for all the family, the show is the main fund-raising event for the community, with about £8,000 being made each year. The funds are distributed by the Show Committee to support a variety of local charitable activities and help develop community amenities.
In addition to income from the gate and money raised by the stalls, local businesses and individuals, keen to support such a worthy cause, provide generous sponsorship.
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.
...and seashore activities in the Lynmouth National Park Centre.
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. Meet at Lynmouth seafront for rockpooling from 11am to 1pm. Seashore activities will take place in the Lynmouth National Park Centre from 12pm to 2:30pm.
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.
On 12th August 2026, up to 90% of the Sun will be covered by the Moon in one of the UK's most impressive partial solar eclipses. Then, just a few hours later, the Perseid meteor shower reaches its peak under beautifully dark, moonless skies.
With clear weather, it promises to be one of the most spectacular stargazing days of the decade.
Join us at The Hunters Inn, nestled in the heart of Exmoor National Park, one of the UK's largest Dark Sky Reserves, for a memorable day beneath the skies.
Guided Eclipse Walk – £10 per person, includes a drink, pay on arrival.
Led by Unity from Exmoor Wild Swim, an experienced Mountain Leader and Mountaineering Instructor, this guided walk takes you to the breathtaking viewpoint at Highveer Point to experience the eclipse from one of Exmoor's most dramatic locations. Along the way, Unity will share her knowledge of the local landscape, wildlife and the eclipse itself, making this much more than just a walk.
Before or after the walk, relax with a drink at The Hunters Inn, or make an evening of it by booking a table for dinner. As darkness falls, stay with us to enjoy the Perseid meteor shower, with Exmoor's famously dark skies providing the perfect backdrop for watching shooting stars streak across the night sky.
Whether you're an avid astronomer, keen photographer or simply looking for a unique day out, this is an event not to be missed.
Guided Walk: £10 per person includes a drink
Location: The Hunters Inn, Heddon Valley, Exmoor National Park
Join Exmoor National Park rangers to explore different habitats and take action to help nature. Please bring suitable clothing for the weather, drinks and lunch. Further details for the day will be sent after signing up. Sign up by visiting https://forms.office.com/e/VGFQjiGVKv, or email pioneers@exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk for more information. Ages 15-18 years
Join our walk leader Brian Scott for a historic walk around Luxborough using notes by EF Williams.
100 years of farming in Luxborough. The Scott family probably came to Luxborough from North Devon in the 16th century, and members of the family worked as shepherds for the Knights. The family ended up at Butcher’s Farm in the 1920s when Chargot Estate was sold. A walk through a remote Exmoor village with stories of mining, timber – and bombs!
– Dogs welcome on a lead
Event requires booking, please see our website for details.
Guys, it’s the National Year of Reading! Who cares? We care! Come to the bookshop and join the club!
Join author Emma and her dog Nell (& sometimes Red, depending on how fidgety he's feeling...), to share stories we've made up, talk about books we’ve read and liked (or not!), co-author long version stories on the spot and read stories together. Story club is a book club, a place where children co-author a story with a professional author, share new ideas, read aloud & feel part of a club; a club which supports development, mental health & wellbeing. It is for different abilities, tastes & interests.
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.
These are the provisional dates for an exhibition of photographs, models and interesting items found along the Mineral Line. Abbey entrance charges apply. Contact Cleeve Abbey or Phil Gannon 01984 640892
...and seashore activities in the Lynmouth National Park Centre.
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. Meet at Lynmouth seafront for rockpooling from 11am to 1pm. Seashore activities will take place in the Lynmouth National Park Centre from 12pm to 2:30pm.
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.
Join Exmoor National Park rangers to explore different habitats and take action to help nature. Please bring suitable clothing for the weather, drinks and lunch. Further details for the day will be sent after signing up. Sign up by visiting https://forms.office.com/e/VGFQjiGVKv, or email pioneers@exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk for more information. Ages 15-18 years
These are the provisional dates for an exhibition of photographs, models and interesting items found along the Mineral Line. Abbey entrance charges apply. Contact Cleeve Abbey or Phil Gannon 01984 640892
The Minehead Bay Festival is a vibrant celebration of art, culture and live music held on the West Somerset coast. Since 2022, it has brought residents and visitors together for a full day of creative, family-friendly activities along Minehead’s seafront. Produced by the Minehead and Coast Development Trust and shaped by the people of Minehead, the festival showcases everything from trial bike stunts and skateboarding lessons to dance performances, circus acts, wellbeing workshops, live painting, and two music stages. Nature-based activities led by local wildlife organisations, along with a large variety of food and drink stalls, add to the atmosphere. Thousands attend each year to enjoy the energy, creativity and strong community spirit that define this highlight of Minehead’s cultural calendar.
