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Help preserve the future of Exmoor Fingerposts

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Exmoor National Park Authority (ENPA) have launched a ‘Donate a Fingerpost’, inviting people to play a part in preserving Exmoor’s iconic landscapes and historic, locally and sustainably-made wooden signposts.

By sponsoring a new or replacement fingerpost along Exmoor’s Rights of Way, people can help everyone who explores the National Park, whether on foot, horseback, or bike, find their way and enjoy its beauty.

Ranger Charlotte Wray said:

“A lot of hard work goes into preserving our National Park. Rangers oversee 1000km of public paths and bridleways across Exmoor. Our locally made wooden gates, bridges and iconic signposts are all sustainably crafted by our field services team, from oak and chestnut harvested from our sustainably managed woodlands, in our Exford depot workshop. By sponsoring an iconic fingerpost you’re helping us keep Exmoor special for future generations.”

Each sponsored fingerpost will feature a discreet 50mm bronze plaque, showcasing the Exmoor National Park logo and CareMoor for Exmoor branding. Plaques can be personalised with a unique dedication, for a commemorative tribute or celebration.

Contributions to the appeal support CareMoor for Exmoor funding vital conservation and access projects across the park, helping to maintain paths, trails, and signage so everyone can explore and enjoy Exmoor.

To sponsor a fingerpost and make your dedication, visit:

http://www.exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk/caremoor-for-exmoor

Or contact by emailing CareMoor@exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk

Phone 01398 323665 for more for information
About Exmoor National Park Authority
 
First designated in 1954, Exmoor National Park has an amazing variety of landscapes within its 267 square miles – stunning coast, moorland, woodland, valleys and farmland and more than 800 miles of rights of way to enjoy. It is one of 15 National Parks in the United Kingdom and in 2011 was designated Europe’s first International Dark Sky Reserve.
 
Exmoor National Park Authority works in partnership with the community, local councils, businesses and other organisations to look after the National Park and promote its conservation and enjoyment. Donations to CareMoor for Exmoor are gratefully received towards the upkeep of the National Park and its special qualities.
 
 
 
 
 
 

Exmoor National Park Networking Day

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Exmoor National Park Authority is inviting businesses to join a Rural Enterprise networking event on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at Lynton Town Hall. The event is open to representatives of businesses and stakeholders from across the Greater Exmoor area who are interested in learning from each other and hearing about the latest initiatives and opportunities for the rural economy.

The event will feature two sessions, with short presentations from representatives of Exmoor National Park Authority, Federation of Small Businesses, Cosmic – a digital training and consultancy company, the South West Visitor Economy Data Hub and Screen Somerset as well as a variety of local business owners and Exmoor National Park representatives.

The first session, from 11am to 1pm will focus on Business on Exmoor (relevant to all sectors) and consider the challenges and opportunities small rural business owners face. Cosmic will also talk about the digital world and how we can use AI to maximise our opportunities.

The second session, from 2.30pm to 4.30pm, will focus on Tourism on Exmoor with delegates hearing about Film Tourism, The Tourism Data Hub and an update from our own National Park Centre Managers.  

Both sessions will also include input from local businesses who will be sharing their experiences of working on Exmoor. A networking lunch will be provided for all delegates as part of your ticket price from 1pm to 2.30pm, giving an opportunity to attendees to network, share ideas and learn more.

The cost is just £13 per person which includes a fantastic local produce lunch provided by Lynton eatery The Vanilla Pod.

Dan James, Rural Enterprise and Communications Manager for Exmoor National Park said:“This is a wonderful opportunity to share latest initiatives, to help businesses, nature and communities on Exmoor to thrive. There is no doubt that Exmoor faces some big challenges but also big opportunities. Last year’s event was really well received and drove lots of positive action.

On the day we’ll be sharing ideas on how we can work together and fulfil those opportunities. This is very much a partnership approach and we’re pleased to have so many partners joining us to share their expertise on the day. We’d also like to thank ‘Heart of the SW Growth hub’ who are supporting the event.”

Advanced booking is essential on a first come, first served basis and can be done online via www.exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk/rural-enterprise.

REE is a partnership project facilitated by Exmoor National Park Authority that aims to support and promote rural businesses on Exmoor in harmony with the area’s special status as a National Park.

For more information visit www.exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk/rural-enterprise or call 01398 323665