Tag Archives: Devon

New wheelchair-friendly bridge at Heddon Valley

The National Trust has improved accessible routes around the beautiful Heddon Valley with a new bridge, thanks to a £3,000 grant from the Heritage Lottery Funded Heart of Exmoor Scheme. The National Trust’s off-road accessibility scooters are some of the … Continue reading

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Swaling Equipment and Techniques 20 October 2014

Swaling Equipment and Techniques. Monday 20 October, 2pm. The tank grounds, North Hill, Minehead. (Grid ref: SS 953 474) Controlled burning can be daunting, especially with busy roads and walkers around. Come along to a free, informal event where ranger … Continue reading

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Exmoor flood damage being surveyed

NEWS FROM EXMOOR NATIONAL PARK Following the recent flood damage to Tarr Steps, the longest clapper bridge in the country, early estimates show that repairs to the rights of way network around the bridge and across Exmoor National Park are … Continue reading

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Castle Rock at Valley of Rocks

A video on YouTube by Lee House – on Twitter as @LeeHouseLynton

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Exmoor Gorse Management event 8th June FREE

Exmoor Gorse and Scrub Management Workshop Wednesday 8th June 10.30 am – 1.00 pm An event requested by moorland managers, for moorland managers. Gorse and scrub management is an increasing problem on Exmoor, with a heavy cost burden for farmers … Continue reading

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Big Adventures in Exmoor National Park

Moorland, the Heart of Exmoor The family will enjoy these excellent FREE events at 4 beautiful locations run by the Exmoor National Park ranger service during the 2011 school holidays. Learn bushcraft skills, build a woodland den, get your hands dirty … Continue reading

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