Grand Western Canal

Events

The Ranger Service organises a programme of events each year. To find out more information about the events below please click on the relevant event listing or to book onto the event please contact the Ranger Service on 01884 254072 or gwcanal@devon.gov.uk.

Healthy Walk (Sampford Peverell)
Wednesday 25th January 2012

Join Rangers for a midweek stroll to discover the sights and sounds of the Country Park.

Time: 10:30am
Meet at: The Globe Inn, Lower Town, Sampford Peverell
Cost: Free event.
Please note: Walks can sometimes inlcude steep inclines, stiles or uneven ground. Please wear appropriate outdoor clothing and footwear and bring a bottle of water to drink during the walk. All children to be accompanied by an adult.

Volunteer Day
Sunday 12th February 2012

Come along, join in and get some fresh air and exercise whilst taking part in some practical habitat management. The Ranger Service are always looking for conservation volunteers to assist with the day to day running of the Country Park. With eleven and a quarter miles of canal to look after there is plenty of work that volunteers/students can get involved in, including hedgelaying, coppicing, tree planting, pond maintenance and clearing scrub.

Time: 10am - 4pm
Meet at: To be confirmed
Cost: Free event.
Please note: Please wear appropriate outdoor clothing and footwear and bring some waterproofs and any food or drink you need for the day.

Healthy Walk (Swan's Neck)
Wednesday 7th March 2012

Join Rangers for a midweek stroll to discover the sights and sounds of the Country Park.

Time: 10:30am
Meet at: The Globe Inn, Lower Town, Sampford Peverell
Cost: Free event.
Please note: Walks can sometimes inlcude steep inclines, stiles or uneven ground. Please wear appropriate outdoor clothing and footwear and bring a bottle of water to drink during the walk. All children to be accompanied by an adult.

Volunteer Day
Sunday 11th March 2012

Another chance to help out at the Grand Western Canal this weeknd. Come along, join in and get some fresh air and exercise whilst taking part in some practical habitat management.

Time: To be confirmed
Meet at: To be confirmed
Cost: Free event.
Please note: Please wear appropriate outdoor clothing and footwear and bring some waterproofs and any food or drink you need for the day.

Queen's Jubilee Event
Monday 4th June 2012
Time:
Meet at: Canal Basin
Cost:
Please note: