May 2011

Bluebell Sundays at Hartland Abbey
May 1 (Sun) + 2 (Mon), Hartland

11.00am to 5.00pm.
The bluebells at Hartland Abbey have always been legendary, they stretch from the Walled Gardens to the sea. See beautiful primroses, violets and wild orchids, also early rhododendrons, camellias, later bulbs and early perennials. Dogs (on leads) are welcome. There are 3½ miles of paths within the Abbey grounds. The Tea Rooms will be serving hot pasties, light lunches and home made cream teas. All the proceeds go to St Nectan’s Church.
ADULTS £3.50 CHILDREN under 5 free, over 5 £1, DOGS free.
See: www.hartlandabbey.com/Bluebells.htm

North Devon & Exmoor Walking Festival 2011
Apr 29 (Fri) - May 8 (Sun), Throughout North Devon and Exmoor

The first half of the festival, from Friday through to Tuesday inclusive will have all the walks within the North Devon area. This means that you can base yourself in Ilfracombe, Barnstaple, Bideford area.
The second half, from Wednesday through to the following Sunday inclusive will move across to Exmoor and the Quantock Hills. This means that you can then base yourself in Lynton and Lynmouth, Porlock, Minehead, Dunster or Dulverton areas.
See: www.exmoorwalkingfestival.co.uk/

Ilfracombe 'Jack in the Green' May Day Celebrations
??????May 2 (Mon) , Ilfracombe

A colourful procession winds it's way through the High Street, along the sea front towards the Harbour area. Children & Morris Men will dance around the Maypole for your entertainment.
Telephone Ilfracombe TIC on 01271 863001 for more info.

May Day Fayre
May 2 (Mon) - to be confirmed, East Anstey

12noon to 5.00pm, on the Village Green, East Anstey
Car Boot Sale, local craft and food stalls, Dog Show, Birds of Prey, Punch and Judy, children's events, Tug-of-War competitions, Anstey WI will provide refreshments, Musical Entertainment with the Rusty Buckets.
Admission to the Fayre and Car Boot Sale: Adults £2, Children free.

Chenson Woods Bluebell Walk
???????May 7 (Sat) + 8 (Sun), Chenson Farm, EX18 7LF: entrance on north side of A377, midway between Eggesford and Lapford

2.00pm to 6.00pm Saturday and Sunday - also next Sunday (15th)
Two trails through the woods and fields of Chenson Farm: there are 60 acres of ancient and semi-natural woodland on this organic farm. Allow up to one hour per trail - lots of other woodland flowers (see information notices along the paths). Entry £1.50? per person. Cream Teas available - proceeds to local church projects. For more information please 'phone 01363 83746 or 01363 83236.

Lynton & Barnstaple Railway: Spring Vintage Weekend
May 14 (Sat) + 15 (Sun), Woody Bay Station

See: www.lynton-rail.co.uk/visitors/special_events

Chenson Woods Bluebell Walk
???????May 15 (Sun), Chenson Farm, EX18 7LF: entrance on north side of A377, midway between Eggesford and Lapford

2.00pm to 6.00pm Sunday (your last chance, this year)
Two trails through the woods and fields of Chenson Farm: there are 60 acres of ancient and semi-natural woodland on this organic farm. Allow up to one hour per trail - lots of other woodland flowers (see information notices along the paths). Entry £1.50? per person. Cream Teas available - proceeds to local church projects. For more information please 'phone 01363 83746 or 01363 83236.

Golden Horseshoe Ride over Exmoor 2011
May 15 (Sun) - 17 (Tues), Hernes Barrow

Various competitive rides over one or two days for distances of between 15 and 50 miles per day.
Pleasure ride of 15 miles on Sunday morning.
Based at Exford Show Field (Hernes Barrow), beside B3223 one mile due south of Exford.
See: www.goldenhorseshoe-ride.co.uk

Devon County Show
May 19, 20, 21, Westpoint Arena, Exeter

See: www.devoncountyshow.co.uk

Combe Martin: Hunting of the Earl of Rhone
???????May 20 (Fri) - 23 (Mon), Combe Martin

for further information contact Combe Martin TIC at mail@visitcombemartin.co.uk or 'phone 01271 883319

Devon Wine Week
May 29 (Sat) - June 6 (Sun), Mostly Mid and South Devon Motorsport Family Fun Day 2011
May 15 (Sun) 10am - 6pm, RMB Chivenor Airfield, EX31 4AZ, 4 miles west of Barnstaple

- experience the excitement of world motorsports in North Devon
???????Admission: Adult £10, Concession £8, Child under 12 £5 or one child free per full paying adult.
Box Office: Queens Theatre, Barnstaple or 01271 345291.

Dulverton Folk Festival 2011
May 27 - 30, Dulverton

The un-missable FREE traditional folk music and dance festival for all ages in the beautiful Exmoor town of Dulverton.
See: www.dulvertonfolkfestival.net.

Westward Ho! Potwalloping Festival 2011
???????May 28 (Sat) - 30 (Bank Hol Mon), Westward Ho!

potwalloping is the gathering of stones and boulders from the beach, left by winter storms, and replacing them on the 'pebble ridge' that protects the 'burrows' from coastal erosion

Clovelly: Celebration of Local Ales and Cider
May 28 (Sat) - 30 (Mon), Clovelly

Whether you're a committed ale and cider drinker or yet to be convinced, you'll find a tipple to suit your palate. So come along and raise a glass and support North Devon's brewers and cider makers.
Normal admission charges to village.

Barnstaple Family Week Picnic
???????May 30 (Bank Holiday Monday), Barnstaple

Held in Rock Park, Barnstaple - Families will be able to enjoy a feast of fun including the Sea Cadets giving a Field Gun display, face painting, children's rides, hair braiding, Punch & Judy and children's races organised by Funderzone, the Barnstaple Town Marching Band and Barnstaple Majorettes.
Admission: Free - so don't miss out on one of the biggest events for families in the National Family Week 2011.
For more information visit: www.nationalfamilyweek.co.uk.

Braunton Carnival
May 30 (Bank Holiday Monday), Braunton

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