Events


The Ranger Service runs a series of events each year. If you would like to attend any of the events listed below, please contact Canal Ranger Service on 01884 254072 or email gwcanal@devon.gov.uk


EVENTS 2025


Canal Walk and Talk

Wednesday 7th May 2025
10:30am – 12noon

Canal Rangers will be leading a midweek walk to help you discover all the sights and sounds of the Country Park. Part of Tiverton’s Twalkers  ‘Walk for Health’ scheme.

This walk starts at Halberton Farm shop and we walk back to Canal Basin in Tiverton. Please arrive by 10:20am. Free


Bat Walk

Daubenton Bat Photo: Hugh Clark

Friday 16th May 2025
9pm

Enjoy a twilight walk and discover what our night time residents are up to. Starting in Tiverton, this 1½ mile walk along the towpath will take approx. 2hrs. Please bring a torch and warm clothing. All children should be accompanied by an adult. Sorry no dogs or children under 5 years old.

Cost: £3 per person.

Booking essential: contact Grand Western Canal Ranger Service on 01884 254072 or gwcanal@devon.gov.uk


May Half Term – Pond dipping

Pond dipping by Jo Roberts

Friday 30th May 2025
10am – 12noon & 1:30pm – 3:30pm

Come along and join in with our pond dipping sessions and discover all sorts of wildlife that live in our waterways.

Cost: £3 per person.

Booking essential: contact Grand Western Canal Ranger Service on 01884 254072 or gwcanal@devon.gov.uk


Volunteers Days

Why not join our growing army of conservation volunteers on the second Sunday of every month between October and March. Tasks are varied and all tools are provided. No special skills are needed – just bring along lunch and old clothes. Free


If you would like to attend any of the above events, please contact Canal Ranger Service on 01884 254072 or email gwcanal@devon.gov.uk

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