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 2026
Bat Walk
Date: Friday 15 May 2026
Time: meet at 8:50pm for a 9:00pm start
Join us for a magical twilight Bat Walk and discover the wonderful wildlife that comes alive along the Grand Western Canal after dark. Led by our Ranger team, this gentle 1½‑mile towpath walk takes around 1.5 hours and offers a fantastic opportunity to learn about bats and observe them in their natural habitat.
Please bring: a torch and warm clothing.
Please note:
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- No dogs
- Not suitable for children under 5
Summer Holidays – Wild Wednesdays
Dates: To be confirmed
10am – 12noon & 1:30pm – 3:30pm
Come along and join in with our Wild Wednesday activity sessions and learn all about the different types of wildlife that live on our waterways.
Cost: TBC
Booking: To book or for more information please contact the Ranger Service on 01884 254072 or email: gwcanal@devon.gov.uk
Location: Rangers Office, The Moorings, Canal Hill, Tiverton EX16 4HX.
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Arrive at the canal basin car park. Walk up the slope by the toilet block and turn right towards the road. Follow the path around the end of the canal past the play area, through the wooden gate and towards the cream building on the other side of the canal – the Ranger’s Office.
Please note:
All children should be accompanied by an adult.
Half Term Holidays – Wild Wednesdays
Wednesday 28th October 2026
10am – 12noon & 1:30pm – 3:30pm
Come along and join in with our Wild Wednesday activity sessions and learn all about the different types of wildlife that live on our waterways.
Volunteers Day
Sunday 8th November 2026
10am – 3pm
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.
Cost: Free
Volunteers Day
Sunday 13th December 2026
10am – 3pm
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.
Cost: Free
Christmas Wreath Workshop
December 2026
10am – 12noon & 1pm – 3pm
Christmas Wreath WorkshopJoin Rangers at the Grand Western Canal to make a Christmas wreaths using natural materials from the Country Park.
Booking Essential: To book please use Eventbrite
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Arrive at the canal basin car park. Walk up the slope by the toilet block and turn right towards the road. Follow the path around the end of the canal past the play area, through the wooden gate and towards the cream building on the other side of the canal – the Ranger’s Office.
All children should be accompanied by an adult.
Sorry no dogs.
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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