The Meldon Wildlife Festival is back this year at Meldon Old Quarry, offering an exciting, family-friendly day out on Tuesday 19 August 2025. Organized by Dartmoor National Park Authority in partnership with various wildlife and conservation groups, the event celebrates the beauty of Dartmoor’s nature while raising awareness about peatland conservation.
Across Devon, National Trust places are full of warmth, magic and sparkle as the festive season approaches. Wrap up and embrace the chilly days with a family walk around a country estate, or get into the Christmas spirit with carols, open fires and mince pies. There’s lots on offer this season, from Christmas crafts to festive family trails and choirs to visits from Father Christmas. ...
In today's ever-changing educational landscape, home education has become a practical choice for parents looking for a flexible and personalised approach to their children's learning journey. As they explore home ed, families discover the joys of bespoke education and self-directed learning. The shift away from the traditional school environment has liberated families from the daily grind of...
Across Devon, National Trust gardens are filling with colourful spring blooms, and houses are looking tip-top after their intensive winter cleans.
There’s loads going on this season from Easter adventures and family trails to tree planting and learning about veteran trees to guided art tours and much more.
What’s more, every time you experience a National Trust day out, you...
Across Devon, National Trust places are full of warmth, magic and sparkle as the festive season approaches. Wrap up and embrace the chilly days with a family walk around a country estate, or get into the Christmas spirit with carols, open fires and mince pies. There’s lots on offer this season, from Father Christmas stopping by to festive family trails and Christmas markets to Beautifully...
New research released today has shown that those heading abroad from the South West are more likely to drive and park at the airport, than any other form of transport.
From a survey of over 2000 people across the country, 39.4% of holidaymakers from the South West said they prefer to use their own car rather than a taxi or other public transport options at the start of their...
Just when you think your family is complete, the kids ask for a dog. We’ve all been there.
While your gut instinct might immediately say no, you might be interested to learn that nearly half of Brits find more comfort in their furry friends than their partners . Adding a small, cute and friendly animal to your household could benefit everyone in lasting and unexpected ways.
Popular camping, touring and glamping booking platform, Campsites.co.uk is thrilled to share some of the best spots to camp near Dartmoor National Park . With its rugged landscapes, diverse wildlife, and breathtaking views, the area provides the perfect backdrop for a memorable camping experience.
Dartmoor National Park offers a range of activities like hiking, birdwatching, and...
The Royal Horticultural Society is delighted to announce that it is partnering with Aardman for a minibeast adventure on a grand scale this summer. Lloyd of the Flies is a brand-new comedy series from Aardman, and its hero Lloyd will be coming to RHS Garden Rosemoor this summer as families join Lloyd on The Grand Bug & Pest Hotel Hunt !
Drake Circus and The Barcode has confirmed its opening times for the upcoming May bank holidays, including the Early May Bank Holiday (Monday 1st May) and the King’s Coronation (Monday 8th May).
On the 1st and 8th May, the centre’s opening times will be:
