Exmoor National Park Authority is delighted to announce the launch of the programme for the biggest ever Exmoor Dark Skies Festival
Running from Friday 17 October to Sunday 2 November 2025. Sponsored by BMW Vertu, Bridgwater, this annual celebration of Exmoor’s internationally recognised dark skies promises a packed programme of over 70 stargazing events, science activities, storytelling and outdoor adventures. There’s also a fun Exmoor Dark Skies Festival Competition for children.
The full free event listing and programme is available now from our Exmoor National Park centres and to download here.
Things to do this SummerWe have the last of our Ecology Action Days series coming up for young people. Explore different habitats, enjoy interesting activities with our rangers and experience ecological surveying – no experience necessary! Following some great sessions themed on Meadows and Woodland we still have these sessions available: Rivers: Tuesday 19 August Peatland: Thursday 28 August To book a space, please email pioneers@exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk stating the days you would like to book. Aimed at ages 16–18 years Made possible with the National Lottery Heritage Fund and a legacy donation to CareMoor. If you live in or around Exmoor and don’t have access to transport, please get in touch – we may be able to help (although cannot guarantee). |
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A Walk through Dunster’s History
11am start, Dunster National Park Centre TA24 6SE, Wednesday 27 August
Join a guided walk leader and explore the picturesque streetscape and surroundings of Dunster village. A 2 hour guided walk around a village steeped in history.
11am start from Dunster National Park Centre, TA24 6SE Wednesday 3 September
A 4 mile circular walk through the ages, from the outskirts of Dunster village up to Bat’s Castle with amazing views of moorland, coast and woodland.
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