FRIDAY 1
10:30: 2hr Stroll, Visit a Dartmoor Longhouse (Bel Tor Corner) Visit Dartmoor National Park Authority's own Grade 1 listed Longhouse - a place where people and animals lived under the same roof. To book please ring 01822 890414.
10:30: 4hr Walk, Ridge Walk (Two Bridges) A popular circular route in this area.
SATURDAY 2
09:30: 5.5hr Activity, Easy Going Dartmoor Mini Bus Tour (Tavistock Town) Tour Dartmoor using fully accessible vehicles which are equipped to carry wheelchairs. The day includes coffee and lunch stops (not included in the price) and an optional stroll. To book please ring 01822 616958
10:30: 4hr Walk, Taw Horseshoe Walk (Belstone)
Bovey Tracey Farmers Market. Bovey Tracey.
Filham Fun Day. Filham park, off Godwell Lane, Ivybridge. Contact 01752 895959.
SUNDAY 3
10:30: 3hr Walk, Kelly Mine (Trenchford Car Park (Bullaton Cross)) The first reference of this mine being worked was in 1797, with it finally closing in 1951. Curiously it was probably the last mine in Britain to use candles for underground lighting along with drilling by hand. Come on this walk and join a volunteer from the Kelly Mine Preservation Society for a 1 ½ hr tour of this fascinating piece of Dartmoor's industrial past. Please note there is a steep section to the walk.
10:30: 6hr Stroll, Sketch and Stroll (North Bovey) Draw and paint the Dartmoor Landscape with a local artist. Come equipped for walking and bring sketching materials and your lunch/snack.
14:00: 2.5hr Walk, Hidden Archaeology (Bellever) Come on this walk to discover that there is more in this area than just a forestry plantation.
MONDAY 4
10:45: 4hr Walk, Dart Delights (Postbridge) Enjoy a walk along this popular part of the East Dart.
TUESDAY 5
11:15: 3hr Walk, Woodland Walk (Steps Bridge) A popular area with lovely wooded valleys.
WEDNESDAY 6
10:45: 2hr Walk, Dartmoor Inspiration (Newbridge) Enjoy a walk in this popular part of the Dart Valley
20:00: Dartmoor Border Morris Dancers. The White Thorn, Shaugh Prior. Contact 01822 853850.
THURSDAY 7
11:00: 5hr Walk, Hart Tor & Raddick Hill (Princetown)
Buckfastleigh Farmers Market. Buckfastleigh. Contact 01803 762574.
10:00: Widecombe Craft Fair. Church House. Contact 01364 643408.
FRIDAY 8
11:00: 2hr Stroll, Medieval Archaeology (Hound Tor) The fringes of the High Moor were settled in medieval times; however a significant number were abandoned around the 14th century. Hound Tor is one of the largest and best known deserted medieval settlements on Dartmoor. Discover more on this stroll.
SATURDAY 9
09:30: 5.5hr Activity, Easy Going Dartmoor Mini Bus Tour (Okehampton Town) Tour Dartmoor using fully accessible vehicles which are equipped to carry wheelchairs. The day includes coffee and lunch stops (not included in the price) and an optional stroll. To book please ring 01837 55000
10:30: 6hr Walk, High Moor Walk (Okehampton Moor) A walk which provides the opportunity to escape to the open Moor.
11:30: 3hr Walk, Quarries & Railway of Yennadon Down (Burrator)
Tavistock Carnival - Procession On The 16th. Tavistock Town. Contact 01822 615775.
Tavistock Farmers Market. Pannier Market. Contact 01822 820515.
10:00: Dunsford Show. The Iron Mill, Dunsford, B3212 nr Steps Bridge. Horse show 10-12 12pm Stalls, drum crazy, children's' entertainment, Dog show, motorbike show, refreshments. Contact Mrs D Collinson 01647 253316.
SUNDAY 10
10:30: 2hr Stroll, Introduction to Walking Dartmoor (Bel Tor Corner) The perfect way to discover more about Dartmoor and what makes it so special.
10:30: 6hr Activity, Improver's Navigation (Princetown) Brush up on your navigation skills. Please bring a map (Exp OL 28) and compass if possible, packed lunch and a drink. Please book on 01822 890414
10:45: 3hr Walk, Industrial Archaeology (Meldon Visitor Centre) Man has greatly influenced this area and there are plenty of examples, starting with the impressive viaduct adjacent to the visitor centre.
Belstone Village Fair And Cosdon Hill Run. Contact 01837 840206.
14:30: 1 hr Illustrated Talk Leats And Waterways . High Moorland Visitor Centre, Princetown. If you require wheelchair access please contact 01822 890414.
MONDAY 11
09:30: 5.5hr Activity, Easy Going Dartmoor Mini Bus Tour (Newton Abbot Station) Tour Dartmoor using fully accessible vehicles which are equipped to carry wheelchairs. The day includes coffee and lunch stops (not included in the price) and an optional stroll. To book please ring 01626 353159
10:30: 4hr Walk, North Moor Panorama (Belstone)
11 th and 12 th 10:00 Art in the heart of Devon, exhibition and sale of original paintings by West Country artists. Cheriton Bishop Village Hall. Free admission. Contact 01647 281637
TUESDAY 12
11:30: 4hr Walk, Moorland Archaeology (Moorhaven Village)
WEDNESDAY 13
18:00: 2hr Walk, Sunset Around The Down Tor Area (Norsworthy) Enjoy Dartmoor in the evening light. Relax and unwind on a warm summers evening.
The Melanesian Brothers, Sheldon Open Air Theatre, Dunsford. Contact 01647-252752 or visit www.sheldon.uk.com
THURSDAY 14
10:30: 3hr Stroll, Bellever Tor And Lakehead (Dunnabridge) There are lovely views from Bellever Tor to be enjoyed as part of this walk.
Buckfastleigh Farmers Market. Buckfastleigh. Contact 01803 762574.
10:00: Widecombe Craft Fair. Church House. Contact 01364 643408.
FRIDAY 15
11:00: 5hr Walk, South To The Swincombe (Princetown) A walk which provides the opportunity to escape to the open moor.
Craft Fair. Tavistock Town Hall. Contact 01822 617232.
SATURDAY 16
10:00: 2hr Stroll, Tin Working & Potato Cave (Norsworthy)
10:00: 5.5hr Activity, Easy Going Dartmoor Mini Bus Tour (Exeter). Tour Dartmoor using fully accessible vehicles which are equipped to carry wheelchairs. The day includes coffee and lunch stops (not included in the price) and an optional stroll. To book please ring 01392 494001
10:30: 2hr Stroll, Birds, Bog Moss & Bracken (Hound Tor)
Bovey Tracey Farmers Market. Bovey Tracey.
Bridford Fete. The Old Rectory, Bridford. Contact John Lund 01647 252485.
Cornwood Fun Run: 10km Run. The Square, Cornwood. Contact 01752 837441.
Ivybridge Farmers Market. Contact John Yeoman 01548 561232.
North Bovey Fair. North Bovey Green. Country fair with stalls, cream teas, children's' entertainment, dogshow and more! Contact John Pryce-Davies 01647 221282.
Okehampton Farmers Market. Okehampton. Contact 01363 83279.
Ale Tasting & Bread Weighing Ceremony. St Lawrence lane, Ashburton. Fayre followed by the ancient tradition of ale tasting and bread weighing in medieval costume. Contact Mrs P A Crook 01364 652913.
SUNDAY 17
10:30: 2hr Stroll, Historic Farmstead Visit (Trenchford Car Park (Bullaton Cross)) Visit Bullaton historic farmstead and learn more about Dartmoor's farming history. You will encounter an interesting array of farmyard buildings including a threshing barn, a linhay and granary as well as examples of early farm machinery.
10:30: 6hr Walk, Brent Moor & More (South Brent) A walk which provides an opportunity to escape to the open moor.
14:00: 2hr Stroll, Introduction To Walking Dartmoor (Combestone Tor) The perfect opportunity for first time walkers or those on their first visit to Dartmoor to discover more about this important area.
Antique & Collectors Fair. Tavistock Town Hall. Contact 01822 617232.
Buckfastleigh Wool and Leather Festival. Events include a Wool Market; Lamb Pie Day; Wool Fashion Shows; Fun Day; Various arts and crafts and historical woollen artefacts and photographs; Guided walks. Contact Miss S Coleman 01364 643699.
MONDAY 18
14:00: 2hr Walk, Dartmoor's Eastern Reservoirs (Trenchford Car Park (Bullaton Cross))
TUESDAY 19
11:00: 2.5hr Walk, The Past In The Present (Postbridge)
WEDNESDAY 20
10:30: 3hr Walk, Templar's Tramway (Haytor (lower Car Park)) Enjoy the area around one of Dartmoor's best known Tors, making the most of the spectacular views, the quarries and the unique tramway made of granite setts.
20:30: 2hr Walk, Megaliths By Moonlight (Chagford) Unravel some of the myths and mysteries surrounding prehistoric people's wonder. Please bring a torch
THURSDAY 21
10:45: 2hr Stroll, Riverside Stroll (Newbridge) Enjoy a walk in this popular part of the Dart Valley.
Buckfastleigh Farmers Market. Buckfastleigh. Contact 01803 762574.
10:00: Widecombe Craft Fair. Church House. Contact 01364 643408.
National Parks Week 22 nd - 29 th .
To celebrate the beauty of the UK's National Parks, their diversity, the opportunities they offer for enjoyment of their special qualities by all, and promote the work of National Park Authorities in access and outreach.
FRIDAY 22
10:30: 4hr Walk, Scenic Farmland and History (Brimpts Farm) Join local farmer Andy Bradford as your guide to this fascinating trail which includes original features such as adits, clapper bridges, leats, a restored water wheel and much more.
SATURDAY 23
10:00: 5.5hr Activity, Easy Going Dartmoor Mini Bus Tour (Ivybridge) Tour Dartmoor using fully accessible vehicles which are equipped to carry wheelchairs. The day includes coffee and lunch stops (not included in the price) and an optional stroll. To book please ring 01752 690444
10:45: 3hr Walk, Dartmoor Rock Walk (Postbridge) A walk in which you can discover more about the creation and moulding of Dartmoor's distinctive landscape.
Gordon Haskell at Sheldon Open Air Theatre, Contact 01647-252752 or visit www.sheldon.uk.com
Tavistock Farmers Market. Pannier Market. Contact 01822 820515.
12:00: Lydford Summer Fayre -Stalls, Dog Show, Music And Bar. Lydford Sports Field/Nicholls Hall if wet. Contact 01822 820411.
SUNDAY 24
10:00: 4hr Walk, Cranbrook Castle & Teign Gorge (Moretonhampstead) Fields and footpaths (with some stiles), lead you to this Iron Age fort and then on to the steep sided Teign Valley with views across to Castle Drogo.
10:30: 6hr Activity, Family Navigation (Princetown) Indoor and outdoor session with the emphasis on hands on, practical application. Please bring a map (Explorer OL28) and compass if possible, packed lunch and a drink. Suitable for families with children 11+. Please book on 01822 890414
11:00: 4hr Stroll, Sketch and Stroll (Bel Tor Corner) Draw and paint the Dartmoor Landscape with a local artist. Come equipped for walking and bring sketching materials and your lunch/snack.
MONDAY 25
18:00: 2hr Stroll, Summer Evening Stroll (Pork Hill) Enjoy extended views towards Tavistock, Yelverton, and Plymouth and into Cornwall at the start of this stroll and relax in the evening sunshine.
TUESDAY 26
10:45: 4hr Walk, High Moor Walk (Meldon Reservoir) A walk with the opportunity to escape to the open moor.
11:00: 1 ½ - 2hr Stroll, Village History (Widecombe-In-The-Moor) Join the 'Wag of Widecombe' Tony Beard as he leads you on a 1 ½ - 2hr stroll around one of the most visited villages on Dartmoor.
WEDNESDAY 27
10:30: 3hr Walk, River & Wooded Valleys (Newbridge) Enjoy a walk in this popular part of the Dart Valley
Dire Traits. Sheldon Open Air Theatre, Contact 01647-252752 or visit www.sheldon.uk.com
THURSDAY 28
11:00: 3hr Walk, Quarry Tramway & Medieval Landscape (Haytor (lower Car Park)) Enjoy the area around one of Dartmoor's best known Tors, making the most of the spectacular views, the quarries and the unique tramway made of granite setts.
11:00: 4hr Walk, River Dart Waterfall Walk (Postbridge) Enjoy a walk to the East Dart waterfall visiting sites of interest along the way such as the beehive hut, which was once a tinner's store.
Buckfastleigh Farmers Market. Buckfastleigh. Contact 01803 762574.
Totnes & District Agricultural Show. Great Court Fm Berry Pomeroy, Totnes. Contact Mr. T. Jenkins 01548 821070.
10:00: Widecombe Craft Fair. Church House. Contact 01364 643408.
19:00: La Cenerentola (Cinderella) By Rossini. Moorhaven Formal Gardens, Nr Bittaford, Ivybridge. Contact Sarah & Andy Kelly 01752 895336.
FRIDAY 29
11:00: 5hr Walk, South Hessary & Crock Of Gold (Princetown ) Visit the ancient bronze age burial site known as 'Crock of Gold' as part of this walk, one of only a few named kistvaens on Dartmoor.
SATURDAY 30
09:30: 5.5hr Activity, Easy Going Dartmoor Mini Bus Tour (Newton Abbot Station) Tour Dartmoor using fully accessible vehicles which are equipped to carry wheelchairs. The day includes coffee and lunch stops (not included in the price) and an optional stroll. To book please ring 01626 353159
10:30: 6hr Activity, Beginner's Guide To Map & Compass (Princetown) Indoor and outdoor session. Bring a map (Exp OL 28) and Compass if possible, a packed lunch and a drink. Please book on 01822 890414
11:00: 2hr Stroll, Family Introduction To Dartmoor (Haytor (Lower Car Park)) An opportunity for the whole family to understand and enjoy Dartmoor.
14:00: 2.5hr Walk, Old & Nearly New (Merrivale (Four Winds)) The most unusual feature unique to Dartmoor to be found in this area is the parallel stone row although the whole area is full of features to wonder at. Find out more on this walk.
Bovey Tracey Farmers Market. Bovey Tracey.
Tavistock Food Festival, With Local Produce. Town Hall/Bedford Square. Contact 01822 617232.
SUNDAY 31
10:30: 4hr Walk, Erme - A Prehistoric River (Ivybridge) If you have never explored the southern Moor why not come on this walk to find out more. The area around the River Erme is brimming over with evidence of man's use of the moor from prehistoric stone rows, to bronze age stone circles, to tinner's buildings.
10:30: 6hr Walk, Mining, Monuments & Menhirs (Pork Hill) A walk which provides the opportunity to escape to the open moor
14:00: 2hr Activity, Stream Dipping For Children (Bellever) Discover more about the richness of Dartmoor's water courses. Please bring wellies and wear old clothes.
Tavistock Food Festival, With Local Produce. Town Hall/Bedford Square. Contact 01822 617232.
10:00: Devon Wildlife Trust: Dragonflies At Smallhanger. Meet Drakelands Corner (grid ref SX 572 588). Contact 01364 642007.
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