EXMOOR NATIONAL PARK – GUIDED WALKS –
APRIL & MAY 2014
April 2014
The archaeology of the Hoaroak Valley - An illustrated talk
Date: 14th Apr 2014 10:00am-11:15am
An illustrated talk by a National Park archaeologist describing recent archaeological work in the remote Hoaroak Valley (An optional walk into the Hoaroak Valley follows this talk - Important: see separate entry for details). Limited places so prebooking is essential with Lynmouth National Park Centre 01598 752509.
This event is brought to you by The Heart of Exmoor.
Location: Lynmouth Pavilion EX35 6EQ
Booking: Booking essential
Charge: Free
Contact: 01598 752509
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Exploring the archaeology of the Hoaroak Valley - Walk
Date: 14th Apr 2014 1:00pm-4:30pm
A walk with a National Park archaeologist into the Hoaroak Valley, to explore recent archaeological discoveries and to visit Hoaroak Cottage. This walk is over rough moorland for approximately 4km. Appropriate footwear and clothing is advised. Booking is not necessary. This event follows an illustrated talk in Lynmouth Pavilion (see entry above) however it is not necessary to have attended the morning session to come on this walk.
Grade: walk
This event is brought to you by The Heart of Exmoor.
Location: Brendon Two Gates SS 766 433
Booking: No need to book - just turn up
Charge: Free
Contact: 01598 752509
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Ramblers Association Walk
Grabbist Hill, Knowle Hill
Date: Wednesday 16 April 2014
Start Point: Higher Hopcott
Group: West Somerset
Start gridref: SS 964 446
Nearest town: Minehead
Start time: 10:15am
Grade: Moderate
Distance: 4 miles
Contact name: Charles
Contact phone: 01643 707445
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Coastal Wildlife of Exmoor
Date: 19th Apr 2014 10:00am
Join Living Seas Champion Nigel Phillips to explore the wonders of Exmoor's coastal wildlife. Some activity outdoors so wear suitable clothing and footwear. All welcome.
This event is brought to you by: Lynmouth Pavilion Project
Location: Lynmouth Pavilion EX35 6EQ
Booking: Booking not essential but would be helpful
Charge: Free event
Contact: 01598 752509
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Ramblers Association Walk
Bilbrook, Withycombe. Carhampton Gate, Dunster, Dunster Beach
Date: Saturday 19 April 2014
Start Point: Blue Anchor seafront by toilets
Group: West Somerset
Start gridref: ST 029 435
Nearest town: Minehead
Start time: 10:15am
Grade: Moderate
Distance: 10 miles
Contact name: Pam D
Contact phone: 01643 703018 07724 139 829
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A Stroll through the History and Landscape of Simonsbath
Date: 21st Apr 2014 10:00am-11:30am
Join a member of the Exmoor Society for a stroll through Simonsbath and its surrounding countryside. On this 1.5 hr stroll, hear about the history that has shaped this landscape. Starting at Ashcombe car park, we will go up to the two white rocks in Ashcombe and explore the white rocks area. We cross the road into Simonsbath Meadows and from there discuss the history of Simonsbath. Crossing to the back of the mill, and through it discussing the mill, we then follow the leat path finishing back at the mill, which is open that day.
Grade: easy going stroll
This event is brought to you by The Exmoor Society. exmoorsociety.com
Location: Ashcombe car park, Simonsbath Grid Ref. SS 7755394
Booking: No need to book - just turn up
Charge: Free event. Small donation requested from non-members
Contact: 01395 323335
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Ramblers Association Walk
The Parks, Porlock Weir, The beach and marsh
Date: Wednesday 23 April 2014
Start Point: Porlock Long Stay CP Fee
Group: West Somerset
Start gridref: SS 886 468
Nearest town: Porlock
Start time: 10:15am
Grade: Moderate
Distance: 5 miles
Contact name: Peter Cr
Contact phone: 01643 704870 01562 710782
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Ramblers Association walk
East Liscombe, East Anstey, Exe Valley Way, Brushford.
Date: Saturday 26 April 2014
Start Point: Dulverton Exmoor House CP
Group: West Somerset
Start gridref: SS 912 279
Nearest town: Dulverton
Start time: 10:15am
Grade: Moderate
Distance: 10 miles
Contact name: Gerald & Sandy
Contact phone: 01278 256445
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Horner's Ancient Woodlands in the Spring
Date: 26th Apr 2014 10:30am-4:30pm
Join a member of the Exmoor Society to explore Horner Woods and Ley Hill. 7 miles/6 hours. Hilly, may be muddy and rough underfoot. Please bring a picnic and wear suitable footwear and waterproof everything. Car park fee at Horner, free to NT members.
Grade: walk
This event is brought to you by The Exmoor Society. exmoorsociety.com
Location: Horner car park. Grid ref. SS 898 454 TA24 8HY
Booking: No need to book - just turn up
Charge: Free event. Small donation requested from non-members.
Contact: 01398 323335
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Ralegh's Cross Long Walk
Date: 27th Apr 2014 9:45am
We go to the Winding House, and down the Mineral Railway Incline to see the revetment wall and the waterfalls. We continue to Comberow and Leighland Chapel, circling back via a picturesque waterfall. About 7 miles. Steep. Bring a packed lunch. walking boots necessary.
Grade: walk
This event is brought to you by The Old Mineral Line. www.wsmla.org.uk
Location: Ralegh's Cross Inn TA23 0LN
Booking: Booking essential
Charge: Free: Donations welcome
Contact: 01398 323841
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Ramblers Association Walk
Horner Wood, Cats Scramble
Date: Wednesday 30 April 2014
Start Point: Horner NT CP Fee
Group: West Somerset
Start gridref: SS 898 456
Nearest town: Porlock
Start time: 10:15am
Grade: Moderate
Distance: 4 miles
Contact name: Jenny C
Contact phone: 01643 708919
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River life – the flies and invertebrates of Horner water
Date: 30th Apr 2014 10:30am-3:00pm
Discover the smaller animals that begin the food chain in Exmoor’s rivers and learn how to survey them. Participants at this event will be encouraged to take part in future surveys on Exmoor. Location/start point: Piles Mill, Allerford TA24 8HP. Please bring a packed lunch and wear waterproof boots and bring a waterproof jacket. Booking essential. For further information, contact: Fred Leach, 01398 331019
Grade: stroll
This event is brought to you by: River Exe Catchment River Fly Monitoring Group
Location: Piles Mill, Allerford TA24 8HP.
Booking: Booking essential
Charge: Free training event with expectation that participants will help with future surveying
Contact: 01398 331019
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