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
Mid Devon’s Walking Festival 2024
Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature and enjoy the great outdoors here in Mid Devon’s countryside. Whether it’s our rolling hills, serene lakes or rivers, thriving forests, or charming villages, our festival has a lot to offer.
Complete a range of circular walks which you can take at your leisure. Explore Mid Devon through a series of walks, showcasing some of our best trails and views, with planned stops at quality pubs and restaurants, providing you with a great opportunity to experience our quality food offer. Learn more about Mid Devon’s heritage and wildlife with a full programme of guided walks which will be available early 2024.
Bat Walk
Friday 20 September 2024
7.30pm
As part of the Mid Devon Walking Festival Canal Rangers will be leading a walk to help you discover what our night time residents are up to within the Country Park.
£3 per person.
Canal Walk and Talk
Wednesday 25 September 2024
10:30am – 12noon
As part of the Mid Devon Walking Festival 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 Tiverton Road Bridge Car Park. Please arrive by 10:20am. Free.
Volunteers days
Sunday 13 October 2024
10am – 4pm
Sunday 10 November 2024
10am – 4pm
Sunday 8 December 2024
10am – 4pm
A great opportunity to get some fresh air and exercise whilst taking part in some practical habitat management. Tasks are varied and all tools are provided. Just bring along lunch and suitable outdoor clothing. Free
Christmas Wreath Workshop
Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th December 2024
10am – 12noon and 1pm – 3pm
Join Rangers at the Grand Western Canal to make a Christmas wreath using natural materials from the Country Park.
Booking essential. To book a place at one of the workshops, please contact the Ranger Service on 01884 254072 or gwcanal@devon.gov.uk
£12 – please pay on arrival. Cash only.
Please note: Sorry no dogs. We will have indoor and outdoor areas to work at. If you have them, please bring secateurs.
Children’s Christmas Decoration Workshop
Sunday 15th December 2024
10am – 12noon and 1pm – 3pm
Join Rangers at the Grand Western Canal to make a selection of decorations using natural materials from the Country Park.
Booking essential. To book a place at one of the workshops, please contact the Ranger Service on 01884 254072 or gwcanal@devon.gov.uk
£7.50 – please pay on arrival. Cash only.
Please note: All children must be accompanied by an adult and sorry no dogs. We will have indoor and outdoor areas to work at. If you have them, please bring secateurs.
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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