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


Half Term Holidays – Wild Wednesdays 

Wednesday 29th October 2025

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 along our waterways.

Activities: To be confirmed.

Cost: To be confirmed.


Volunteers Day

Sunday 9th November 2025
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


Canal Walk and Talk

Wednesday 10th December 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.

Location: This walk starts at Tiverton Road Bridge Car Park (What 3 Words: ///epic.pothole.driveways) Please arrive by 10:20am.

Cost: Free


Children’s Christmas Decoration Workshop

Sunday 7th December 2025
10am – 12noon & 1pm – 3pm

Join Rangers at the Grand Western Canal to make a selection of Christmas decorations using natural materials from the Country Park.

Booking essential.

Location: Rangers Office, The Moorings, Canal Hill, Tiverton EX16 4HX. (What 3 Words: ///before.apples.frost)

Cost: To be confirmed.

Please note: All children must be accompanied by an adult


Christmas Wreath Workshop

Friday 12th, Saturday 13th & Sunday 14th December 2025
10am – 12noon & 1pm – 3pm

Christmas wreathJoin Rangers at the Grand Western Canal to make a Christmas wreaths using natural materials from the Country Park.

Booking essential.

Location: Rangers Office, The Moorings, Canal Hill, Tiverton EX16 4HX. (What 3 Words: ///before.apples.frost)

Cost: To be confirmed.


Volunteers Day

Sunday 14th December 2025
10am – 3pm


EVENTS 2026


Volunteers Day

Sunday 11th January 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. Free


Volunteers Day

Sunday 8th February 2026
10am – 3pm


Half Term Holidays – Wild Wednesdays 

Wednesday 18th February 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 in our waterways.

Activities: To be confirmed.

Cost: To be confirmed.


Volunteers Day

Sunday 8th March 2026
10am – 3pm


Easter Holidays – Wild Wednesdays 

Wednesday 8th April 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 in our waterways.

Activities: To be confirmed.

Cost: To be confirmed.


Bat Walk

9pm

Daubenton Bat Photo: Hugh Clark

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.

Dates: To be confirmed.

Cost: To be confirmed.


Summer Holidays – Wild Wednesdays
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 in our waterways.

Dates: To be confirmed.

Activities: To be confirmed.

Cost: To be confirmed.


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

Privacy policy for Grand Western Canal Country Park customers.