July 2010 Guided Walks

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Guided Walks and Local Events July 2010

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July Highlights - National Parks Week 26th July - 1st August

THURSDAY 1

10:00: Daffodil Crafts, Craft Fairs. The Church House, Widecombe-in-the-moor. Until 4pm. This is all pure craft, and the goods are made by the person on the stand that’s selling them.

09:00: Buckfastleigh Community Market. Globe Inn car park. Until 1pm. Local produce and Fair Trade refreshments. Contact 07799 534109.

FRIDAY 2

10:30: 6hr Walk, Moorland Walk (Norsworthy Bridge) Explore the open moor on this walk into some of the remoter parts of Dartmoor.

SATURDAY 3
14:00: 2hrs, Visit A 14th Century Dartmoor Longhouse (Bel Tor Corner) Visit a grade one listed longhouse, please book on 01822 890414
12:15: 3hr Walk, Hart Tor Valley (Princetown)

Dartmoor Gallery: Going for Bronze. High Moorland Visitor Centre, Princetown. An exhibition on life in Bronze Age Dartmoor. A major new exhibition produced by a partnership of Dartmoor National Park Authority and the Royal Albert Memorial Museum, Exeter. Contact 01822 890414. Until Wednesday 29 September 2010

Bovey Tracey Town Charter Celebrations
Charcoal demonstration weekend Saturday 3^rd July and Sunday 4^th July
Discover traditional charcoal making at Yarner Wood this weekend and see what is actually involved in this industry and how it would have shaped the landscape and wildlife. Follow the family friendly Woodcutters trail, discover your inner artist and draw with charcoal made on site. Lighting will take place at 11:30 on Saturday 3^rd July and the traditional hearth will burn all weekend in the hope we can reveal the charcoal Sunday afternoon. Yarner Wood is open from 8:30 am to 7 pm, but Natural England will be supplying a shuttle bus from Station Road car park from 10:45 which will give you ample time to walk to the demonstration area.
Bus time table
Bovey TraceyYarner WoodBovey Tracey
10:45 11:00 11:15

11:30 11:45 12:00

12:30 12:45 13:00

13:30 13:45 14:00

14:30 14:45 15:00

15:30 15:45 16:00

16:30 16:45

Please contact Natural England on 01626 832 330 if you require any further information. Alternatively combine your visit a trip around the moor on the Haytor Hoppa bus on the Saturday, for which there is a charge.

SUNDAY 4
10:00: 6hr Walk, Moorland Walk (Two Bridges)
14:00: 3hr Walk, Kelly Mine (Trenchford Reservoir Car Park, Bullaton Cross) A walk from Trenchford Reservoir takes you to this fascinating working mine. Enjoy a tour as the Kelly Mine Preservation Association carries out their restoration work. An opportunity to discover more about Dartmoor’s mining history.
14:00: 2hr Walk, Haymeadows Walk (Postbridge) Flower-rich haymeadows conjure an image of a summer afternoon spent in warm sunshine amongst colourful flowers, rare orchids and buzzing bumblebees. We are fortunate that Dartmoor still has a few of these special habitats left. Enjoy a stroll followed by a cream tea, please book on 01822 890414. Cost £7.10 (inc Cream Tea)

TUESDAY 6
10:30: 4hr Walk, Bronze, Tin, Peat, Clay, Granite & Man (Ivybridge)

19:00: Princetown History Group. Exploring Sheepstor Village with Paul Rendell. Meet at Burrator reservoir.

Bovey Tracey Town Charter Celebrations
Hop over heather 4.30pm – 7pm and 9pm – 10pm
Family friendly fun exploring the history and beauty of heathland around a small part of Trendlebere Down. There’ll be games and activities to take part in. To book on this free trip contact the Tourist Information Centre, Station Road Car Park. A free shuttle bus will run from Station Road Car Park, Bovey Tracey to Trendlebere Down .Please come prepared to walk on the moor.
Bovey Trendlebere.........Bovey

16:30 for an hour 16:45 17:00

17:00 for an hour 17:30 17:45

17:45 half an hour 18:00 18:30

18:45 19:00

21:00 21:15- 21:45 22:00
Please contact Natural England on 01626 832 330 if require any further information.

WEDNESDAY 7
20:00: 3hr Walk, Wildlife At Dusk (Trendlebere) Please bring binoculars and do not wear brightly coloured clothing.

THURSDAY 8
10:30: 2.5hr Activity, Introduction To Nordic Walking (Willsworthy) An opportunity to try out a new sport on Dartmoor and increase your fitness. Nordic walking engages the muscles of the upper body and therefore burns more calories than ordinary walking. Cost £6.00 which includes tuition and the use of poles. Booking essential 01822 615513.

09:00: Buckfastleigh Community Market. Globe Inn car park. Until 1pm. Local produce and Fair Trade refreshments. Contact 07799 534109.
10:00: Daffodil Crafts, Craft Fairs. The Church House, Widecombe-in-the-moor. Until 4pm. This is all pure craft, and the goods are made by the person on the stand that’s selling them.

FRIDAY 9

10:15: 4hr Walk, Kes Tor & The River Teign (Chagford) A walk of contrasts featuring Kestor's open Moorland and the sheltered valley tracks and lanes along the river Teign.

SATURDAY 10
The Tale of Two Dartmoor Rivers A linear exploration of two of Dartmoor's most famous rivers from source to moor edge. On Saturday the River Avon (Aune) from Combsetone Tor to Shipley Bridge on Saturday. On Sunday River Plym from Whiteworks to Cadover Bridge. Walkers need to be fit and well equipped. For full details and to book 01822 890414
09:40: 2.5hr Walk, Golden Dagger Tin Mine (King's Oven)
10:30: 6hr Walk, Reservoir, Cross And Warren (Shipley Bridge)

Ugborough Village Fair. A wide variety of stalls and children's rides, several street entertainers, Jazz, Morris Dancers, a range of food stalls, a Hog Roast, outside bar and sheaf tossing competition. Howard Webster 01752 892314.

Bovey Tracey 750th Anniversary Charter Fair. Mill Marsh Park. In 1260 Sir Henry De Tracey the first Lord of the Manor of Bovey Tracey, obtained a charter from King Henry III, to allow a weekly market and an annual fair. To celebrate the 750th anniversary a special fair is being held and includes a Grande parade, civil war re-enactment, victorian flower show, local food and produce, live music and much more. More events and information at www.boveytracey.gov.uk (external link, opens new window).

08:30: Bovey Tracey Farmers' Market. Union Square. Until 1pm. Local produce, fruit, vegetables, fresh fish, oven ready free range chickens, Fair trade and home made cakes and soaps are just some of the available products. Contact M Carpenter 01626 834109.
09:00: Tavistock Farmers' Market. Bedford Square. Until 1.00pm. Everything you will find on sale is produced within the local area, and stallholders are the farmers, growers or producers themselves. All products sold have been grown, reared, caught, brewed, pickled, baked, smoked or processed by the stallholders. Contact www.tavistockfarmersmarket.com (external link, opens new window).
10:00: Daffodil Crafts, Craft Fairs. The Church House, Widecombe-in-the-moor. Until 4pm. This is all pure craft, and the goods are made by the person on the stand that’s selling them.
14:00: Zale Fayre's Big Weekend. South Zeal Recreation Ground. Saturday 4th Traditional village fair and beer festival. Sunday 5th beer festival, Village rounders and live music. Contact Vickie Mills 01837 840886. Until Sunday 11 July 2010
14:00: Ugborough Fair. Ugborough Square. 12 miles east of Plymouth, south of A38. Various stalls, live music, BBQ, children's entertainment, sheaf tossing and more. Contact H Webster Tel: 01752 892314.

SUNDAY 11
The Tale of Two Dartmoor Rivers See 10th July Book on 01822 890414
10:30: 6hr Activity, Beginner's Guide To Map & Compass (Princetown) Bring a compass and map (Explorer OL 28) if possible, packed lunch and a drink. Please book on 01822 890414.
10:45: 5hr Walk, Hart Tor & Raddick Hill (Princetown)
11:30: 2.5hr Walk, The History Of Burrator (Burrator Quarry)

Belstone Village Fayre. Details at www.belstonevillage.net (external link, opens new window).

12:30: National Trust Jazz on the Lawn. Finch Foundry, nr Okehampton. An afternoon of jazz featuring one of the West-country’s best bands – The Plough Boys. Adult £8 – admission by ticket only. Please wear appropriate clothing for the weather conditions on the day and bring a picnic. Normal admission charges apply. Further information on 01837 840046 or finchfoundry@nationaltrust.org.uk

MONDAY 12
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. Please book on 01626 335775.
10:30: 4hr Walk, Archaeology of the Plym Valley (Cadover Bridge)
14:00: 2hr Stroll, Haymeadow walk (Postbridge) Flower-rich haymeadows conjure an image of a summer afternoon spent in warm sunshine amongst colourful flowers, rare orchids and buzzing bumblebees. We are fortunate that Dartmoor still has a few of these special habitats left. Enjoy a stroll followed by a cream tea, please book on 01822 890414. Cost £7.10 (inc Cream Tea)

TUESDAY 13
14:00: 3hr Walk, Bellever Tor And Lakehead (Dunnabridge) Enjoy the views from Bellever Tor on this walk

09:00: Moretonhampstead Market. Parish Hall. Contact 01647 277528.

WEDNESDAY 14
10:30: 4hr Walk, Tramway & Medieval Landscapes (Haytor, Lower Car Park)

THURSDAY 15
09:00: Buckfastleigh Community Market. Globe Inn car park. Until 1pm. Local produce and Fair Trade refreshments. Contact 07799 534109.
13:00: National Trust Living in Plym Bridge Woods. A guided walk looking at life in the valley from the late 19th to mid 20th century, using photographs and personal recollections (2hrs). Adult £4, child £2 (children must be accompanied by an adult). Meet at Plym Bridge Grid Ref SX 524 585. Booking essential (Monday to Friday only) on 01752 341377 or dartmoor@nationaltrust.org.uk
10:00: Daffodil Crafts, Craft Fairs. The Church House, Widecombe-in-the-moor. Until 4pm. This is all pure craft, and the goods are made by the person on the stand that’s selling them.

FRIDAY 16

13:30: 3hr Walk, Butterflies (Trendlebere) Dartmoor has several important sites for certain butterfly species including 3 species of Fritillary Butterflies learn more on this walk. Please bring binoculars and do not wear bright clothing.

19:00: Chagstock International Music Festival. Higher Fields, Well Farm, Whiddon Down. Music festival on the North edge of Dartmoor headlined by the Hoosiers supported by Seth Lakeman, Oysterband, The Quails, Esteban, Dan Arbosie, Dr Kitch, Rodney Branigan, Lament, Tinderbox and many more. Cost £55.00 (child and family concessions). More information at www.chagstock.info (external link, opens new window). Contact Si Ford 07775 844723. Until Saturday 17 July 2010

SATURDAY 17
Easy Going Dartmoor Mini Bus Tour (Ivybridge 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. Please book on 01752 690444.
10:30: 4hr Walk, North Moor Panorama (Belstone)

Historic Car Rally. Mill marsh Park, Bovey Tracey.

Ancient Ale tasting, Bread Weighing and Medieval Fayre. St Lawrence Lane, Ashburton. More information at www.ashburton.org.

North Bovey Fayre. The Village green. Contact Mandy hart 01647 441307.

08:30: Bovey Tracey Farmers' Market. Union Square. Until 1pm. Local produce, fruit, vegetables, fresh fish, oven ready free range chickens, Fair trade and home made cakes and soaps are just some of the available products. Contact M Carpenter 01626 834109.
09:00: Okehampton Craft Fair. Charter Hall. A wide variety of unique West Devon craft work. Refreshments in aid of North Devon Air Ambulance. Contact 01363 82295.
09:00: Okehampton Farmers' Market. St James' Chapel Square, centre of town. Until 1pm. Okehampton Farmers' Market has 20 or more stalls of local foods. You will find pork and pork products, free range chicken, venison, ostrich meat and products, lamb, beef and game in season. Organic foods, cheeses, preserves, honey. Fresh fish (weather permitting) and beer. Bread, cakes and chocolates. Vegetables and fruit in season. Free range eggs, yogurt. Herbs, herbaceous and perennial plants. www.okehamptonfarmersmarket.co.uk (external link, opens new window). Contact Ruth Kelsey 01837 811762
11:00: Milton Combe Village Market and Café. Village Hall. Until 1pm. Fair trade products and crafts etc, refreshments. Contact 01822 854865.
14:00: Bridford Fete. Bridford Woodland Park.

SUNDAY 18
10:50: 4.75hr Walk, Grimspound Bronze Age Settlement & Hameldown (Shapley Common) Visit the remains of Grimspound prehistoric enclosed settlement, a Scheduled Ancient monument as part of this walk.
10:30: 6hr Activity, Improvers Navigation (Princetown) Brush up on your naviagtion skills. Bring a map and compass if possible, a packed lunch and a drink. Please book on 01822 890414.
10:30: 2hr Walk, Rowtor - New Bridge - East Oke Farm (Okehampton Moor) Enjoy this gentle walk ideal for those who wish to improve their fitness

TUESDAY 20
10:45: 3hr Walk, Birds, Bog Moss & Bracken (Hound Tor)

10:30: Manaton Produce Market. Parish Hall. Until 1pm. Sales of local produce and craft. Contact Christina Everitt 01647 221302.

WEDNESDAY 21
10:30: 6hr Walk, Explore The Southern Moor (Lukesland Gardens, Ivybridge)
19:30: 3hr Walk, Wildlife At Dusk (Trendlebere) please bring binoculars and do not wear brightly coloured clothing.

THURSDAY 22
09:00: Buckfastleigh Community Market. Globe Inn car park. Until 1pm. Local produce and Fair Trade refreshments. Contact 07799 534109.
10:00: Daffodil Crafts, Craft Fairs. The Church House, Widecombe-in-the-moor. Until 4pm. This is all pure craft, and the goods are made by the person on the stand that’s selling them.

FRIDAY 23
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. Please book on 01626 335775.
10:30: 6hr Walk, Bronze, Tin, Peat, Clay, Granite River Erme & Man (Ivybridge)
13:30: 3hr Walk, Butterflies (Trendlebere) Dartmoor has several important sites for certain butterfly species including 3 species of Fritillary Butterflies learn more on this walk. Please bring some binoculars and do not wear bright clothing

SATURDAY 24
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. Please book on 01837 55000.
10:30: 6hr Walk, Rifle Ranges & Moorland Views (Willsworthy) A chance to stretch your legs as you see evidence of military and past industrial history - all in an outstanding Moorland landscape.

09:00: Tavistock Farmers' Market. Bedford Square. Until 1.00pm. Everything you will find on sale is produced within the local area, and stallholders are the farmers, growers or producers themselves. All products sold have been grown, reared, caught, brewed, pickled, baked, smoked or processed by the stallholders. Contact www.tavistockfarmersmarket.com (external link, opens new window).
09:30: Widecombe-in-the-Moor Village Market. Church House. An interesting range of produce, from olives and olive oil to locally grown vegetables and plants. Cheeses, apple juice, honey, home made bread, cakes, jams; chutneys etc. are all there with the core stalls being beef, lamb and pork from local Widecombe farms. Refreshments are provided by local groups and charities who benefit from the proceeds. Contact Di Cameron 01364 621218.
10:00: Dartmoor Artists Exhibition. Ashburton Town Hall. Exhibition by Dartmoor Artists. Contact Richard Berry 01364 653246.

SUNDAY 25
10:45: 3hr Walk, Explore Meldon Valley (Meldon Reservoir)
11:00: 4hr Walk, Railways & Quarries (Princetown) The first railway to come out to Princetown was the Plymouth and Dartmoor railway in the 1820's, mainly to haul granite from the surrounding quarries. Discover more on this walk.
21:00: 1.5hr Walk, Megaliths By Moonlight (Merrivale, Four Winds) Please bring a torch

09:00: Totnes Show. Berry Pomeroy. More details at www.totnesshow.com.
12:00: National Trust Woodland Explorer Fun Day. Lydford Gorge, nr Okehampton. Lots of seasonal games and activities for all the family in the orchard and woodland. Suitable for children aged 5+. Normal admission charges apply. For information tel: 01822 820320/820441, email lydfordgorge@nationaltrust.org.uk.

Dartmoor Arts Summer School. This summer Dartmoor Arts Project hosts it's fourth annual summer school based in and around the Dartmoor village of Drewsteignton. The summer school presents an intensive week of courses, evening events and discussion and it offers the opportunity for emerging artists to work with artists of national and international repute. Courses include Documentary Film-Making, Stone Carving, Iron Casting, Earth Art, Painting in the Landscape, Drawing Masterclasses, Digital Photography and Spatial Structures. We welcome applications from people of all levels of experience. We are also pleased to offer a number of student bursaries this year. For information contact admin@dartmoorarts.com or call 01647 281295. Visit www.dartmoorarts.com (external link, opens new window)to download a booking form and view full course descriptions. Until Saturday 31 July 2010

Dartmoor Arts Summer School Events Week 25-30 July
Drewsteignton. A week of evening events open to the public including artists talks, film screenings, discussion and live music at the Drewe Arms, Drewsteignton, Dartmoor. All welcome, no need to book, cost £5 per event on the door. The evenings are part of the Dartmoor Arts 2010 summer school.
The programme includes artists talks by Tim Knowles and Kate Davis, a talk by award winning architect Piers Taylor, music from Pavlov and the Devon based band The Jive Jacks and a film screening of new work by the 2010 Dartmoor Arts documentary film making students. The opening night event is the ever popular 'Desert Island Images' where a panel of castaway artists talk about their top eight artworks that have inspired them in their practice over the years.
For more information visit www.dartmoorarts.com (external site, opens new window), Tel: 01647 281295

National Parks Week 26th July - 1st August

MONDAY 26
10:00: 6hr Walk, A Beautiful And Impressive Prehistoric Landscape (Fernworthy Reservoir)

TUESDAY 27
10:45: 2hr Walk, Mystery And Prehistory (Merrivale, Four Winds)

14:00: 3hr Walk, Wayside Marker Stones on Dartmoor This joint walk with by the Dartmoor National Park and the Milestone Society, gives an introduction to the many wayside marker stones that survive on Dartmoor. The main guide is a Dartmoor National Park Guide, familiar with the mineral working on the moor. The local Milestone Society have selected a route that passes by striking wayside crosses, a selection of turnpike milestones and stone boundary markers around the parishes of Whitchurch and Sampford Spiney. During this circular walk we will see large medieval granite crosses and smaller engraved markers that defined the roads over the moor in the 19th century. We will walk along the tracks that were used to carry raw material off the moor and intrepid travellers safely to the markets on the edge of the moor. Free entry for Young Archaeologists’ Club members?
Start and finish at the Car Park on Whitchurch Down at NGR SX 497 733; off the UC road between Gate Cottage and Middlemoor village turn. Directions: Leave A386 at the Whitchurch turn and head NE through the village and up onto the Down (Golf Course). The car park is on open ground on the N side of the road.

09:00: Moretonhampstead Market. Parish Hall. Contact 01647 277528.
12:00: National Trust Mad Hatter's Tea Party. Lydford Gorge, nr Okehampton. Bring a picnic and join the party. Enter the Mad Hatter’s hat competition (please make and bring hats with you). Normal admission charges apply. For information tel: 01822 820320/820441, email lydfordgorge@nationaltrust.org.uk

1.00pm- 3.30pm Stream Dipping
Discover what lurks in the shallow streams at Yarner. Wear old trainers/crocs/wellies as we’ll be wading in the stream. This is a drop in event- come for the full session or stay a short while then explore the woods. Follow the short marked trail from Yarner Wood car park, off the Bovey- Manaton Road on the way to Becky Falls( Additional parking is available further along this road adjacent to the reserve). If you require further information please contact Natural Englands Yarner office 01626 832330.

WEDNESDAY 28
11:00: 2hr Stroll, Widecombe Village History (Widecombe-In-The-Moor) Join resident and local radio personality Tony Beard (the wag of Widecombe) on his personal tour of this village one of the most well known in Devon.

14:00: National Trust Pond Dipping. Parke Estate, Bovey Tracey. Discover the life in the leat with the aid of nets and microscopes. Child £2 (children must be accompanied by adults). Meet in main car park, Grid Ref SX 805 786. Booking essential (Monday to Friday only) on 01626 834748 or dartmoor@nationaltrust.org.uk

THURSDAY 29

10:00: 4hr Walk, Cranbrook Castle & Teign Gorge (Moretonhampstead) There are three Iron Age forts above the Teign Gorge, this being the most accessible. Discover more on this walk.

09:00: Buckfastleigh Community Market. Globe Inn car park. Until 1pm. Local produce and Fair Trade refreshments. Contact 07799 534109.
10:00: National Trust Creative Woodland Art. Plym Bridge, nr Plymouth. An opportunity to explore the woods and play outdoors using arts and crafts. Child £4 (children must be accompanied by an adult). Meet at Plym Bridge, Grid Ref SX 524 585. Booking essential (Monday to Friday only) on 01752 341377 or dartmoor@nationaltrust.org.uk
10:00: Daffodil Crafts, Craft Fairs. The Church House, Widecombe-in-the-moor. Until 4pm. This is all pure craft, and the goods are made by the person on the stand that’s selling them.
14:00: National Trust Saxon Pot Making. Lydford Gorge, nr Okehampton. Make a clay pot, Saxon style! Suitable for children aged 4-12 years. £2 per pot. Normal admission charges apply. For information tel: 01822 820320/820441, email lydfordgorge@nationaltrust.org.uk

1.30pm – 3.30pm Natural Explorer- Indyarner Jones Adventure!
Could you help Indy on his next adventure? Decipher codes and take part in the challenges to discover if you’ve got what it takes!
This event is bookable- please call 01626 832330. Meet at Yarner Wood car park, off the Bovey- Manaton Road on the way to Becky Falls( Additional parking is available further along this road adjacent to the reserve)

FRIDAY 30
10:40: 2hr Activity, Children's Dartmoor Discovery Trail (Merrivale, Four Winds) Follow the map and clues to claim your prize
10:45: 4hr Walk, Tinning & Antiquities (Norsworthy Bridge) Tinning has played an important part in how human activity has impacted on Dartmoor, find out more on this walk.

SATURDAY 31
10:45: 2hr Walk, Hound Tor Medieval Settlement (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.
10:15: 6hr Activity, GPS - Get lost on Dartmoor no more! (Princetown) Please book on 01822 890414
14:00: 2hr Site Visit, Visit A 14th Century Dartmoor Longhouse (Bel Tor Corner) Please book 01822 890414

Bovey Tracey Carnival Week. Various events visit www.boveytraceycarnival.org (external link, opens new window) for more information. Until Sunday 08 August 2010

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