What’s on in and around Minehead, 1 – 8 July 2017

Find us at www.parksideminehead.com or contact us on parksideminehead@gmail.com

RUNNING WILD PHOTO EXHIBITION

Date: Sun 28 May 2017 – Fri 1 Sep 2017, Dunster Visitor Center TA24 6SE
Nina Dodd brought together nine Exmoor-based photographers and asked them to create images of wild Exmoor ponies over a period of six months in 2016-17 to challenge the traditional imagery of these iconic animals. The result is an engaging collection of images, presented in a multiple of genres and post-processing styles. A show of taking on a traditional topic and running wild with it. Charge: Free entry Contact: 01643 821835 More information: http://www.exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk/enjoying/national-park-centres/dunster-national-park-centre

 

Exmoor Adventures

Coasteering

Dates: Sat 1 or Sun 2 July 2017, am and pm sessions available – Come and enjoy a guided Coasteering trip with Exmoor Adventures around the stunning North Devon coastline. We provide thick 5mm winter wetsuits, as well as wetsuit socks. £35pp adults, £25 children aged 10+ For more information: www.exmooradventures.co.uk

Please get in touch to book your place: e: info@exmooradventures.co.uk t: 07976 208279

 

Lynmouth Boat Trip

Date: Tue 4 Jul 2017 3:15pm-4:30pm, Lynmouth Harbour EX35 6EG
Look for rare nesting sea birds along Exmoor’s dramatic coastline west of Lynmouth, with commentary from an Exmoor National Park Ranger. Booking essential. Charge: £15 Adult £10 Child Contact: 01598 752509

 

 

Beautiful Butterflies

Date: Wed 5 Jul 2017 11:00am-1:00pm, Heddon Valley National Trust Shop EX31 4PY
Join an Exmoor Ranger and butterfly expert Jenny Plackett on this stroll to hunt for some of the beautiful and rare butterflies who thrive in the Heddon Valley. A Fritillary-focused walk, where we hope to see some of the UK’s rarest butterflies, including the High Brown Fritillary. Booking essential. Charge: £5 per person Contact: 01598 763402 More information: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/heddon-valley

 

Discovering the Flowers of the Barle Valley

Date: Wed 5 Jul 2017 2:00pm-3:30pm, Ashcombe car park, Simonsbath Grid ref.774 394 TA24 7SH
Join a member of the Exmoor Society for this 1.5 hour/1-2 mile leisurely stroll discovering the wildflowers of an Exmoor river valley in the species-rich meadows of Simonsbath in summertime. Very occasionally walk details may change so please check the website in advance. No need to book – just turn up. Charge: No charge, small donation welcomed from non-members. Contact: 01398 323335 More information: www.exmoorsociety.com

 

A Circular Walk around Dunkery

Date: Thu 6 Jul 2017 10:30am-2:00pm, Rest & Be Thankful Inn, Wheddon Cross TA24 7DR
Join a member of the Exmoor Society for this 7.5 ml walk through the woods and heather moorland skirting around Dunkery Beacon. Please bring a picnic. Dogs welcome. Very occasionally walk details may change so please check http://www.exmoorsociety.com in advance. No need to book – just turn up. Charge: No charge. Small donation appreciated from non-members. Contact: 01398 323335 More information: www.exmoorsociety.com

 

Lynmouth Flood Walk

Date: Thu 6 Jul 2017 2:30pm-3:30pm, National Park Centre Lynmouth EX35 6EQ
Join a Heritage Walk Leader on a Flood Walk of Lynmouth, hear about the Great Flood of 1952 and how it has shaped the village until the present day. Booking essential. Charge: No charge although donations to CareMoor for Exmoor are welcomed. Contact: 01598 752509

 

 

Channel Adventure – Grom Squad Session for Children

DATE: Thu 6 July 2017, 5:00pm – 7:00pm, Minehead Harbour

Channel Adventure Grom Squad is aimed at young people aged 8-16 years old. These sessions are great fun and allow young people to develop their skills in a variety of activities. Sessions include power kiting, beach games, watersports, bushcraft, orienteering and target sports. See website for activities offered on this date. Price: From £5 per session Contact: 01643 708715 email: adventure@channelgroup.co.uk; https://www.channeladventure.co.uk/clubs

 

 

Discover Porlock Marsh Guided Walk

Date: Fri 7 Jul 2017, 10:30am-12:30pm, Porlock Visitor Centre TA24 8QDJoin a Heritage Walk Leader on a walk to discover the history and formation of the Porlock Bay landscape and how this has affected the village and the surrounding area. Booking essential.  Charge: Free of charge, although donations to CareMoor for Exmoor welcome. Contact: 01643 863150

 

 

Channel Adventure Sunset Session

DATE: Fri 7 July 2017, 6-8pm, Minehead Harbour

These sessions are aimed at adults wanting to try new activities and get active in West Somerset. No previous experience in the activities is required. It includes stand up paddle boarding and kayaking. All instruction and equipment is provided. £15 per session (£10 if booking a block of sessions). Contact: 01643 708715 or email: adventure@channelgroup.co.uk; https://www.channeladventure.co.uk/clubs

 

The Minehead Eye

Wed – Thu – Fri, 10am – 2pm Indoor Playground & Bouncy Castle, Free Admission

Wed 5 – 6pm Skate School, £5 members, £6 guests

Thu 10am – noon Kids’ Arts and Crafts, Free Admission; 6 – 8pm Girls Night in Skate Park /Bouldering Cave

Fri 5 – 8pm Boys Night in the Skate Park and Bouldering Cave

More info – http://www.mineheadeye.co.uk/

 

Lynton Cinema:

Churchill

Sat 1 – Thu 6 July 2017, 8:00pm also Mon 2:30pm

Running time 120min; Cert PG

Hampstead

Fri 7 July 2017, 8:00pm

Running time 100min; Cert 12A

Seat prices £5.00 for adults, £4.50 for senior citizens (65 and over), £3.00 for children (up to and including 14 years). Seats can be booked in advance on (01598) 753397. Lynton Cinema, Lee Road, Lynton EX35 6HW

Minehead Country Market (Minehead’s Original Producers’ Market)

Every Friday, 9:00am – 11.30am Not in the High Street, but indoors in the Quaker Meeting

House, 9 Bancks Street, Minehead TA24 5DJ – Come shop our selection of home made cakes, breads, pies, scones, quiches, soups, casseroles and more, all home made by our local producers and delicious! Local eggs, produce, plants and crafts also available. Come in for a chat with our friendly producers and staff.

Minehead Farmers’ Market

On every Friday in the Parade, Minehead. Produce from around the south west. Delicious olives, free range pork, artisan bread, free range eggs and much more. http://mineheadfarmersmarket.co.uk/index.html

Mineral Line Bus Trip

Date: Sat 8 Jul 2017 10:00am-3:00pm, Watchet Railway Station Bus Stop TA23 0AU
This trip will give you an overview of past iron mining in the Brendon Hills. The Mineral Line carried the ore to Watchet for shipment to South Wales. We travel by minibus as close as possible to the Mineral Line and see the sites along the way. Easy walking. Bring a packed lunch. Please book by July 1 2017 on 01398 323841. Booking essential. Charge: £10 per person for the bus. The walk is free but donations to WSMLA are welcome. Contact: 01398 323841