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Help raise money for POPSI - (Parents of Premature and Sick Infants) Read More
Saturday 29th November 10:30am - 2:30pm
Thursday, 27 November 2014
Ho, Ho, Ho from the Big Sheep, Black Friday Deal, FREE Christmas Light Show & More
Local Christmas Markets for local gift ideas, a good time to meet local author, Liz Shakespeare
Anyone in search of an original Christmas present should go along to the Ruby Country Market on Saturday 6th or South Molton Christmas Show on Sunday 7th where they will have the opportunity to buy signed copies of books with local settings. The
name of Liz Shakespeare has become well-known in the South-West as an
author who brings to life the people and landscapes of Devon. Liz was
born and brought up in Bideford and has a long Devon ancestry which she
feels has given her a good understanding of Devon and its people. Her
most recent book, All Around The Year, is a collection of twelve
poignant stories, deeply rooted in the Devon countryside, and each
linked to a month of the year from January through to December. For each
story, she has created a character whose life is influenced by the
landscape around them. She relied on historical research for inspiration for her previous books, The Turning of the Tide, a true story of a young Clovelly mother confined in Bideford Workhouse, Fever: A Story from a Devon Churchyard, and The Memory Be Green: An Oral History of a Devon Village.
Saturday Dec 6th from 9am-2pm
Saturday Dec 6th from 9am-2pm
Liz will be signing copies of all four books at the Ruby Country Market at Hatherleigh and at South Molton.Pannier MarketCharity invites everyone to a festive day of family activities
Christmas is just around the corner but as the shops start to get busier, Devon
Wildlife Trust is offering a day away from the crowds. The annual Christmas
celebration at the historic Cricklepit Mill may only be a few minutes' walk from the
High Street, but to the tired Christmas shopper it will feel like a world away.
Christmas at Cricklepit is being held on Saturday 6 December from 10.30am to 3.30pm
and is a day of free family activities.
Visitors can have a go at willow weaving and make Christmas decorations ready to
hang up on their tree at home. There will be seasonal storytelling and the chance to
meet Father Christmas!
Our garden birds may also need a little extra help at this time of year as the
weather gets colder so Devon Wildlife Trust will also be encouraging everyone to
make a pine cone bird feeder to take home.
Mince pies and hot drinks will be available, while visitors can also buy from the
charity's wonderful range of Christmas cards, calendars and other wildlife-related
gifts.
Devon Wildlife Trust's Jasmine Atkinson said: "Christmas at Cricklepit is the
perfect escape from the hurly-burly of Christmas shops. The day will be full of
Christmas magic and excitement, and it's free!"
She added: "Cricklepit is a historic mill and one of the best places to see wildlife
in the heart of the city. Make sure you explore the garden with the Christmas nature
trail. We were treated to great views of otters in the mill stream only a couple of
weeks ago so you never know what you might see!"
Devon Wildlife Trust's Cricklepit Mill can be found on Commercial Road, Exeter, EX2
4AB and is just a two minute walk from Exeter's historic quayside. The mill is easy
to access by public transport. Only a 15 minute walk from Exeter Central train
station and a 2 minute amble from the Quay bus stop. There is no parking at the
Mill, but on street parking and car parks can be found close by. For more information about this event and the work of Devon Wildlife Trust visit
www.devonwildlifetrust.org. Cricklepit Mill's
visitor area and gardens are normally open to the public 9am-5pm weekdays,
throughout the year. Entrance is free.
Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Tuesday, 25 November 2014
Sixty Second Snapshots Capture Local Characters for Short Film Collection
A short film competition has produced a series of sixty second films featuring some
of north Devon's most interesting characters. North Devon Moving Image (NDMI) ran
the Short Shorts competition to encourage local people to submit their own
contributions to the community film making organisation's collection. The first prize went to Jason Parker for his film Why Paint? featuring local artist
Derek Spencer. BBC Radio Devon presenter Judi Spiers was one of the judges. She
chose Jason's film for her shortlist saying "Great use of music complimenting the
elemental shots ... that and such a personal story really created a mood - not
always easy in such a short amount of time."
Second prize, a night out at The George Hotel in South Molton, went to Alice Bollen
for her one minute film about Stephen Perham, Clovelly Harbour Master and fisherman.
Alice says she chose Stephen as her subject "because he has such an interesting
life. Stephen represents many generations; past, present and future, whose work is
part of the fabric of rural North Devon tradition. I wanted to convey the feeling
that for Stephen, bringing in the catch was as normal and everyday as driving to and
from the office is for others."
In third place was Oscar Adams's Short Short about Torrington's town crier and
erstwhile Amsterdam drag queen Big Al, winning tickets to Bideford Cinema. Judge
Joel Cooper, Head of Content at the North Devon Journal said of Oscar's film " talk
about a colourful character! I loved the little snippets in to this man’s
fascinating life and would be eager to hear more."
Coming fourth was a group of talented young film makers from Goodleigh Primary
School who produced a charming profile of their school's postman Chris. The
children said: "We chose Chris as our colourful character because he delivers our
post everyday, and always says "good morning" with a smile. We thought it was really
cool that he is a volunteering DJ on the voice. It was really kind of him to let us
come and see what he does. He also makes curries to help raise money for charities;
he has cooked curry for our school to raise money which helped us to go on more
school trips. When we went to his house it was filled with the scent of spices!
Something else we found interesting about Chris was his Lotus because not many
postmen, DJs have a flashy car in Barnstaple! He is an all round soulful person!"
Thanks to North Devon Theatres the children and their teacher, Miss Grant, will be
going to see this year's panto Jack and the Beanstalk for their prize.
The Short Shorts collection is available to view on the Films page of the North Devon Moving Image website.
Keep an eye out for our next competition coming early next year!
Amanda McCormack and Peter Jewell present
first prize to Derek Spencer who collected on behalf of Jason Parker
Still image from Why Paint? by
Jason Parker showing artist Derek Spencer
The Winners:- First Prize - Sony Handycam from J&A Cameras - Why Paint? by Jason Parker
- Second Prize - a night out at The George in South Molton - Stephen Perham by Alice Bollen
- Third Prize - Bideford Cinema tickets - Big Al by Oscar Adams
- Fourth Prize - tickets to North Devon Theatres Panto - Chris the Postie by Goodleigh Primary School
- Judi Spiers - BBC Radio Devon
- Jo Stewart-Smith - Independent Film Producer
- Joel Cooper - Head of Content, North Devon Journal
- Peter Jewell - Co-Founder, Bill Douglas Cinema Collection
Young People Air their Views on the News at Video Production Workshops in Barnstaple
A weekend of video production workshops at St Anne's Arts and Community Centre in
Barnstaple gave local youngsters the chance to air their views on today's news.
Under the guidance of community film makers North Devon Moving Image (NDMI) two
production teams (aged 8-11 and 12-16) researched and developed their programmes
from script to screen in a single day. The resulting 'What the Papers Say' style
short films see the young TV presenters discussing topics ranging from World War One
to breast cancer awareness.
Amanda McCormack, Creative Director of NDMI, was proud to present the crews with DVD
copies of their short films at a screening event last Friday (21 November 2014) at
St Anne's. "It was fascinating to hear what young people today make of what is
going on in their world." said Amanda "I was really impressed at how seriously each
member of the team took their role, whether it was in front of or behind the camera.
I really think we may have some future media stars in our sights here!"
St Anne's Manager, Dion Sears, received funding from the Davie Barnstaple Trust to
run the workshops. “This has been a fantastic project and one which we would like to
repeat each year." says Dion "Giving young people new creative opportunities is a
really important part of the programme at St Anne’s. It’s great that the young
people who took part can continue to meet at our monthly youth film club which is
free, come along too everyone is welcome!”
You can watch the films - North Devon News and Youth Comments - via the Films page of the North Devon Moving Image website. 
Photos copyright NDMI (All rights reserved)
Company gives backing to local wildlife haven
An award winning national property company has added its support to one of Exeter's
most precious havens for wildlife.
The company, Renaissance Villages, has generously donated £1,500 to leading local
conservation charity Devon Wildlife Trust to help with the vital upkeep of its Old
Sludge Beds nature reserve. The reserve occupies wildlife rich reed beds, woodland
and ponds on the banks of the River Exe close to the city's Countess Weir Swing
Bridge.
Matt Boydell, Devon Wildlife Trust's Nature Reserve Manager, welcomed the news of
backing from Renaissance Villages: 'Our 49 nature reserves are some of the most
beautiful and important green spaces remaining for Devon's people and wildlife. Old
Sludge Beds may not have the most picturesque name, but it is a vital place for some
wonderful wildlife including otters, warblers, dragonflies and bats. And, because it
is close to Exeter and next to the busy Exeter Canal bike path, the reserve is also
very popular with visitors.'
Matt continued: 'Keeping nature reserves in tip-top condition for people and
wildlife takes up a great amount of time and money for our charity so help from
Renaissance Villages is very welcome news. Their support will be used to manage this
delicate wetland reserve, maintaining its water levels, repairing its well-trodden
boardwalks and improving it as a great home for wildlife.'
Renaissance Villages specialises in high quality, age-exclusive homes for discerning
buyers set within new private village communities. The company's luxury development
on Topsham Road in Exeter, Millbrook Village, is within walking distance of the Old
Sludge Beds nature reserve.
Commenting on the company's new relationship with Devon Wildlife Trust and its
Exeter nature reserve, Renaissance Villages Managing Director, Iwan Jones, said:
'We are delighted to support Devon Wildlife Trust and contribute towards the
conservation of the Old Sludge Beds. It's wonderful to have a nature reserve so
close to Millbrook Village and we know the fascinating site will be of great
interest to our residents.'
Devon Wildlife Trust is delighted to welcome Renaissance Villages as a corporate
supporter, joining the ranks of more than 40 Devon companies who are backing the
charity. Iwan Jones commented: 'It is very important to Renaissance Villages that we
build a strong relationship with the local community in Exeter, and we're really
proud to be supporting Devon Wildlife Trust. We greatly admire the organisation's
work, which is so vital both for the region's wildlife and its people.'
Devon Wildlife Trust's Old Sludge Beds nature reserve is free to enter and open 365
days a year.
New corporate and individual supporters make a great deal of difference
to the charity's work and details are available from
www.devonwildlifetrust.org
Devon Wildlife Trust's Old Sludge Beds nature reserve has received a significant boost from
property company Renaissance Villages.' Photo copyright DWT (All Rights Reserved)
Friday, 21 November 2014
Tuesday, 18 November 2014
Former chair of North Devon Biosphere takes up leading wildlife charity role
A north Devon man who has spent a lifetime in the cause of international
environmental movements has joined the board of a leading local wildlife charity.
Former chair of North Devon's UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, Mike Moser, is taking up the
role of trustee with the Devon Wildlife Trust. Mike was unanimously elected by
supporters of the wildlife charity at its recent Annual General Meeting held in
Plymouth.
Mike's CV reads as a career spent devoted to conservation and includes spells at the
British Trust for Ornithology, Director of Wetlands International and English
Nature. Today he continues to work, mainly with the United Nations, supporting
wetland, forest and coastal conservation projects in developing countries. For the
past three years Mike has also overseen the ground-breaking conservation work done
with local farming communities as chair of the Northern Devon Nature Improvement
Area.
Despite a busy professional life Mike still finds time to manage a small farm and
woodlands at his home near Chulmleigh in north Devon. Now Mike is joining the
trustee board which oversees the running of another leading conservation
organisation: the Devon Wildlife Trust.
Marking the announcement of his new role Mike said: "Devon is one of England's most
beautiful counties, but that beauty belies serious problems of habitat
fragmentation, degradation and continuing loss of wildlife. It could and should be
much better! Wildlife will only thrive again when we have restored and joined up our
fragmented habitats so that they can function properly. Devon Wildlife Trust is a
champion for this landscape-scale conservation, and I aim to bring added-value to
the organisation by drawing on my international, national and local experience. I'm
delighted to be elected and look forward to helping to develop the charity's work
for wildlife."
Devon Wildlife Trust Chief Executive Harry Barton welcomed Mike's appointment:
'We're very pleased to welcome Mike. As one of our trustees he joins Devon Wildlife
Trust at a very exciting time. He'll now be part of our development as we open the
major new visitor centre Seaton Jurassic in East Devon, as we continue to expand our
49 nature reserves and as we campaign for better protection for Devon's wonderful
marine wildlife. The challenges facing Devon's precious environment have never been
more profound and the work of Devon Wildlife Trust has never been more urgent. I'm
glad Mike will be with us to help!'
Mike Moser's new role as a Devon Wildlife Trust trustee followed the retirement from
the board of another north Devon wildlife champion, Ian Ferguson. Ian has become a
familiar face at countless community events, campaigns and meetings over an
astonishing 50 years of volunteering for the charity.
North Devon
conservationist Mike Moser has joined the trustee board of Devon Wildlife Trust.
Photo copyright DWT (All rights reserved)
Monday, 17 November 2014
Nature Improvement Areas are boosting England's wildlife, communities and rural economy. Devon project leading by example.
Wildlife, communities and local economies are reaping the benefits of England's new Nature Improvement Areas, according to a report published today
Nature Improvement Areas (NIAs) set up by the government in 2012 have helped farmers
to access EU grants, made valuable contributions towards university research and
boosted the £210 billion rural economy.
They've also attracted outside investment - more than £730,000 from business
partners and £7.8 million from NGOs and not-for-profit organisations.
Environment Secretary Elizabeth Truss said: "A healthy environment and a healthy
economy go hand in hand. These Nature Improvement Areas show how protecting our
precious wildlife and outstanding landscapes can help grow our £30 billion rural
tourism industry and create more jobs for hardworking people as part of our long
term economic plan."
Almost 19,000 hectares of threatened habitat - equivalent to 23,000 football
pitches- have been created or restored since the NIAs were set up with £7.5 million
of government funding.
Volunteers have spent 24,300 days - or 66 years in total - surveying wildlife and
improving habitats, and more than 11,000 people have taken part in educational
visits.
Locally the Northern Devon Nature Improvement Area is the largest of England's 12
NIAs, covering 72,000 hectares of the river Torridge catchment. The project is
leading by example exceeding many of its targets: since April 2012 it has worked
with landowners and local people to restore more than 1,300 hectares of wildlife
habitat, working with 51 parishes and 249 different landowners. So far the project
has held 137 community events, taken 47 school groups out on site, and held 32 land
management workshops.
Lisa Schneidau, Northern Devon NIA Project Manager, said: "The NIA partnership in
Devon is going from strength to strength. We aim to continue for many years yet in
achieving our vision of a working landscape, rich in wildlife, valued by everyone.
It's inspiring to be part of such a vibrant, positive network of projects which are
showing how this vision can be achieved. As we work towards the end of this round of
Government support for NIAs, we urge the Minister to build on the good work already
achieved through NIAs, and provide leadership and support for existing and new NIA
projects into the future."
The Together England's 12 NIAs are spread throughout the country, from glistening
sands of Morecambe Bay to the butterfly-filled South Downs in Hampshire.
These wild habitats are now bigger, better connected, and more widespread, enabling
wildlife such as butterflies and water voles to thrive.
NIAs were first announced in the Natural Environment White Paper,
the first government White Paper on the environment for 20 years, with the aim of
creating 12 initial areas to reconnect nature on a significant scale through local
partnerships.
The NIA partnerships have improved access to the countryside, creating new public
footpaths and connecting a network of paths which will span 540km by 2015.
The NIA partnerships are on track to restore, create, enhance and maintain a further
5,500 hectares by 2015, joining up people and communities with their landscapes.
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The river Torridge has been the focus for the Northern Devon
Nature Improvement Area's work over the past three years. Photo copyright Kevin New (All rights reserved)
Wednesday, 12 November 2014
Charity raises support for wildlife through Christmas cards and gifts.
In the past money raised has been used for vital projects including to
providing winter homes for Devon's dormice and restoring wild flower meadows for
butterflies and bees.
This year, Devon Wildlife Trust has added a number of new lines. A brightly coloured
Kingfisher and a snowy Cow join the Barn Owl and Squirrel along with the popular
multi-image card. The Wildlife Trusts 2015 calendar is also available and features
13 stunning images of the UK's wildlife. Orders can be made online, by phone or by
post.
Devon Wildlife Trust is also offering a special Christmas gift for countryside
lovers. A year's membership of Devon Wildlife Trust provides the opportunity for
countless free days out in some of Devon's most stunning landscapes. As an extra
Christmas offer, gift membership also includes a choice of free illustrated book.
Devon Wildlife Trust is also urging people to think of treating the wildlife-lovers
in their life with a very special Christmas gift. Adopting a species makes an
unusual present. Choices include bee, hedgehog, bat, otter, dormouse and dolphin -
with the recipient receiving a cute soft toy, activity book, fact sheet and more.
Jasmine Atkinson, DWT's Communications Assistant said 'Our Christmas card orders
have already started to come in and the new designs are proving popular. Buying
cards and calendars from Devon Wildlife Trust is a great way to help wildlife from
the comfort of your living room!'
Jasmine added 'It is sometimes difficult to find unusual presents. Our Christmas
gift membership offers a present that will last all year and is perfect for friends
and family who love wildlife and the Devon countryside'.
Cards are printed on sustainably sourced card and really show off some of Devon's
best-loved animals. All the profits from the sales of Devon Wildlife Trust's cards
and gifts go directly to support its work for the county's wildlife.
People who wish to purchase cards should visit
www.devonwildlifetrust.org or call Devon Wildlife
Trust on 01392 279244. The cards are also available through the Cards for Good
Causes outlets across the county and from The Trust's Cricklepit Mill headquarters
in Exeter.
All Christmas card designs can be viewed at
Tuesday, 11 November 2014
Fishing for the Long Haul? Short Film Looks at Life on a Commercial Fishing Boat in North Devon
Sun is out, sea is calm and skipper Paul Stone smiles as he and his crew land a net full of squid in 'Fishing for the Long Haul?' the latest short film in the Boat Stories series. The film was shot back in the summer before a ban on fishing for ray off the UK Coast effectively closed the Bristol Channel to North Devon trawlers, putting many fishermen out of work.
'Fishing for the Long Haul?' sails with Stone and his crew, Tom Leather and Logan Suddick, out of Ilfracombe to trawl for squid in the Bristol Channel. The film opens a window on life at sea; we find out what it is that keeps these men out there, missing their families and risking their lives and what their Plan B might be if they can't fish any more.
Boat Stories producer Jo Stewart-Smith talks about working with the North Devon fishermen “Despite the ups and downs of the fishing year, Paul was always funny; quick to follow bad news for their livelihoods with a joke or a quip. We tried to keep some of the humour and character in our short story – difficult when you’re taking more than twenty four hours on a boat down to five minutes!"
Before the current fishing ban, Paul talked about how the North Devon Ray Box helps with conserving local fish stocks. The Ray Box is a voluntary 'no take zone' set up by members of the local fishing industry to protect their livelihoods. Situated six miles north of Lundy the box is an area closed to fishing for a few months of the year to let the ray rest and breed. Paul says "It's part of the overall plan ... it’s one of several things we’ve done to make a sustainable fishery in the area. At the end of the day if you want a future in the job you've got to look after it."
Stephen Pitcher Chair of Northern Devon FLAG (major funders of the film making) commented on the value of the Boat Stories series "These films show us things many of us were barely aware of, before we became involved in supporting the fisheries and fishing communities of North Devon. We often, in the work of the Fisheries Local Action Group, hold community events and can talk ourselves blue in the face on the subject, but the films show in a few minutes what can take hours to describe. They show the power of the moving image to convey the reality, the hard graft, the challenging environment, the skills, commitment and, yes, passion of fishermen for their trade. They enable us to inform people of the lives of the fishers and their environment and the consequences of decisions taken by or affecting them."
Jo Stewart Smith is grateful to those in the North Devon fishing industry who spoke to her during the research for this film. "Despite being frantically busy they were all extremely welcoming and helpful. I particularly want to thank Paul and the crew for allowing Boat Stories on board to share their busy lives and for looking after our cameraman Mark Brindle so well."
You can watch the film on the Boat Stories website www.boatstories.co.uk and read Jo's film making blog and articles on the Ray Box and ray fishing ban.
Fishing for the Long Haul was filmed and edited by Mark Brindle from Maniac Films in
Croyde, with music written and performed by Rowan Lincoln Gordon from Burrington.
The Ray Ban: Marine Management Organisation (MMO) Reforming and managing marine
fisheries for a prosperous fishing industry and a healthy marine environment "The
MMO closed this fishery on 12 October as landings information indicated that, (after
allowance is made for landings already made but not yet entered onto the MMO
database) the UK quota for this stock has been exhausted."
https://www.gov.uk/government/news/fisheries-closures-explained
Photos: Crew of the Sparkling Star: Paul Stone, Tom Leather and Logan Suddick copyright NDMI (All rights reserved) www.northdevonmovingimage.org.uk Monday, 3 November 2014
November Highlights. A celebration of North Devon Coast and Countryside events
It's lighting up time, literally and usually by now we'll have switched on the heating and settled down in front of a cosy fire to watch Strictly and X Factor and soon it'll be I'm a Celebrity and we could be stuck indoors till next Spring!! The good news is there are plenty of fun events this month to lure you away from the telly. The Northern Devon Nature Improvement Area are holding some free courses for woodland owners wishing to learn how to fell and extract
small amounts of timber for personal use or sale using a variety of techniques. Remember, remember the 5th November when the North Devon skies will be lighting up for Guy Fawkes Night and there are a number of organised Bonfire and Fireworks Parties around the region including a big fun night of boogying and bopping, fireworks and fun at the Big Sheep including a special toddler firework display earlier in the evening. Novemeber is also a time to celebrate the humble herring. Clovelly was once
a major centre for herring fishing and their annual Herring Festival
is held to promote these tasty, nutritious 'Silver Darlings' and
support carefully managed fishing as carried out by our local fishermen.
The village once depended on the harvest of herring, which are caught
in superb condition for a short season off its coast. Records go
back over 400 years and in 1749, there were a hundred herring boats
in the port. When fishing was good, 9000 herring could be landed
at one time. Those days of massive catches are long gone and there
remain just two herring fishermen who still employ sustainable fishing
methods using drift nets and long lines. Kids can enjoy the North Devon A.O.N.B. event-themed, free craft activities, there will be Shanty singers, street entertainment, local food and craft stalls, flax making and a photographic exhibition of Clovelly
herring fishing and Kipperland will make sure this is a "smoking" fun day out for all the family.
4th November FREE courses ‘All things wood-fuel’ this Autumn with Northern Devon NIA. With ever rising populations of the non-native grey squirrel, damage to young trees through bark stripping is at epidemic proportions in North Devon. If you have young trees or are hoping for regenerating seedling in your wood to have a chance of establishing this course is a must. View details
5th November Guy Fawke's Fire Works Party at the Big Sheep. Bonfire and burgers - Fireworks and Fun - Boogying and Bopping! Special Toddler Firework display earlier in the evening at 6pm Doors open at 5pm Junior Fireworks - 6pm Bonfire Lit at 7pm Main Fireworks at 7.45pm Indoor Playground closes at 9:30pm Remember, remember the 5th of November - Bonfire and…
12th November North Devon Arts Broomhill Arts Hotel 8pm. A talk by Michael Brennand-Wood,an innovative and inspiring artist working in textiles. Free to NDA members, guests £5
14th and 15th November Beaford Arts The Common will be performed in Dolton on Friday 14 November and Hatherleigh on Saturday 15 November. Tickets are free but limited so booking is essential. Details as follows:
Dolton Village Hall, Friday 14 November 2014 at 7.30 pm Tickets FREE but must be reserved via Beaford Arts, www.beaford-arts.org.uk, telephone 01769 572573, collect from The Royal Oak, Dolton
Hatherleigh Community Centre, Saturday 15 November 2014 at 7.30 pm Tickets FREE but must be reserved via Beaford Arts, www.beaford-arts.org.uk, telephone 01769 572573, collect from Hatherleigh Community Centre
16th November Clovelly Herring Festival. Maritime historian and writer, Mike Smylie, will return with his 'Kipperland' exhibition, which is devoted to the history of the herring. He will also be turning herring into delicious and delicate-tasting kippers and bloaters in his smokehouse. There will also be net making, flax processing and a curragh on show provided by 'Flaxland'. There'll be a wide variety of herring dishes in the quay kitchens, cookery demonstrations, live shanty singers, street entertainment, other local food and craft stalls, a photographic exhibition of Clovelly herring fishing and A.O.N.B. event-themed, free craft activities. To see the 'Silver Darling' menu at the Red Lion Harbour Restaurant, please click here http://www.clovelly.co.uk/red-lion-hotel-harbour-restaurant Standard admission charges include all entertainment.
27th November FREE courses ‘All things wood-fuel’ this Autumn with Northern Devon NIA. Learn how to fell and extract small amounts of timber for personal use or sale using techniques including a compact tractor, small crane and extraction using horses. Practical solutions for everyday woodland owner problems are all high on the agenda. For the less mechanized or equestrian amongst you there will be practical coppicing advice including the use of tools. View details
27th November Ilfracombe High Street Lighting of the Lights. The lights ceremony with a parade, music, stalls and late night shopping. www.visitilfracombe.co.uk
For more North Devon Events see Local Press: What's On North Devon Gazette - North Devon Journal
Herring Boats are coming. Picarooner and a Coracle. Photo Clovelly Herring Festival 2013 P. Adams (all rights reserved)
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North Devon Tourist Information Centres
Barnstaple Tourist Information Centre, North Devon Museum, The Square, Barnstaple, North Devon, EX32 9LS
Bideford Tourist Information Centre, Burton Art Gallery, Kingsley Road, Bideford, EX39 2QQ
Braunton Tourist Information Centre The Bakehouse Centre, Caen Street, Braunton, North Devon, EX33 1AA
Combe Martin Tourist Information Centre Cross Street, Combe Martin, North Devon, EX34 ODH
Holsworthy Visitor Information Centre: The Memorial Hall, Holsworthy,
Torrington Tourist Information Centre, Castle Hill, South Street, Torrington
lfracombe Tourist Information Centre The Landmark Theatre, The Seafront, Ilfracombe, North Devon, EX34 9BX
Lynton Tourist Information Centre Lynton Town Hall, Lee Road, Lynton, North Devon, EX35 6HT T
South Molton Tourist Information 1 East Street, South Molton, Devon, EX36 3BU
Woolacombe Tourist Information Centre The Esplanade, Woolacombe, North Devon, EX34 7DL
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