APRIL 2008
Wednesday 9thLynton & Lynmouth town council estates & amenities committeeVenue: Lynton Town Hall: Chair B Peacock Tel 01598 752516Saturday 12th.Endurance Life Coastal Run.Stage 5 Exmoor. Location Lee Abbey, Lynton. Time 07:00Contact. Tel 01548-853524. See website for details. www.endurancelife.com/coastal_marathon/Exmoor.htmlTuesday 15thFortyfirst Annual General Meeting of the Committee of Management of the Lynmouth Flood Memorial HallVenue: Memorial Hall Lynmouth at 2.30pm and an Ordinary meeting of the Management Committee will be held at the conclusion of the A.G.M for more details Tel; Edward Nightingale 01598 752204or edward@en50.demon.co.ukThursday 17thBiggest Tombola EverVenue: Jubilee Room Town Hall Lynton Tea and Tickets or Coffee and Chat 10.30am onwards all proceeds to over 60s party.Friday 18thBarbrook Village Social EveningVenue: Village Hall 7.30pm £1.00 per person bring a bottleJoin us for a game of Skittles everyone welcomeWednesday 19thLynton & Lynmouth Town Council Poicy & Finance CommitteeVenue : Town Hall Lynton: Chair Mrs C G Bowden Tel 01598 753568Tuesday 22ndValley of Rocks Goat Environment Group Open MeetingVenue: Barbrook Village Hall 7.30pm Film show of the Lynton Feral Goats, for volunteer transport to the meeting Tel 07974828160Thursday 27thLynton & Lynmouth Town Council Full Council MeetingVenue: Town Hall Lynton Public Question Time 2.30pmChair Town Mayor J Travis Tel 01598 752498
MAY 2008
Thursday 1st - Friday 9thNorth Devon & Exmoor Walking Festival.Choice of 66 guided walks. Details: Contact organiser Bryan Cath Tel 01271-883131. Visit http://www.walkingnorthdevon.co.uk/Saturday 3rdFriends of Parracombe School Cay Pigeon ShootVenue: Cowley Near Parracombe signpostad from Blackmore Gate 12.00 noon last entry 4.30pm. High Gun cash prize, Cash Prizes, Raffle & Refreshments.Under 16s must be accompanied by an Adult Enquiries Jackie Leworthy 01271 883889Saturday 10th - Sunday 11th.Victorian WeekendVenue: Woody Bay Station. 10:30 - 17:30 . A special theme weekend. More details to follow. Visit http://www.lynton-rail.co.uk/Sunday 11th to Tuesday 13thThe Golden Horseshoe 2008This is the longest running, best known and toughest endurance ride on the calendar, consisting of a 160km (100 mile) ride over two days (80km on each day) across the most beautiful and challenging terrain which Exmoor has to offer. It is a true marathon test of both horse and rider.for more information contact info@activeexmoor.com Monday 12thLynmouth Harbour Boat TripVenue:Lynmouth Harbour 11.00am. Experience Exmoor's dramatic Heretage coast from an open 30 seat boat Commentary from an Exmoor Park Ranger.% of charge goes to CareMoor for Exmoor for more details Tel:01598 752509Tuesday 13thThe WW2 Exmoor Rocket an illustrated talk by Richard McLaughlinVenue: Brendon Village Hall 7.15pm for 7.30pm tickets at the door £4 including light refeshments & wine all proceeds to Brendon village hall.Saturday 17thCombe Martin Sea Angling Club Putsborough Beach "OPEN"Venue: Putsborough Beach Book in 20.30 to 21.30 Fishing 22.00 to 03.00. Weigh in by 03.30 for more details Tel: 01271 850586May fair at Brendon Village hallVenue Brendon village Hall Cakes Bric a Brac light lunches and Teas Doors Open at 11.00amWednesday 21stBox Art WorkshopVenue: Jubilee Room Town Hall 10.30am to 3.30pm Free Admission
Friday 23rd - Monday 26th.Hunting the Earl of RoneVenue: Combe Martin. Contact Barbara Brown Tel 01271-882366.Friday 23rdParracombe Revels Ferret RaceVenue: Parracombe Village Hall Car Park Enquiries Tel: 01598 763359Saturday 24thParracombe Revels ConcertVenue: Parracombe Village Hall all welcome Enquiries 01598 763359Sunday 25thParracombe Revels ServiceVenue: St Petrock's Church Parracombe 10.00am , followed by refreshments in the Village Hall all wecome.Monday 26thParracombe Revels Gala DayVenue: Parracombe Fancy dress parade leaves the Fox and Goose, at 14.30, official opening by Revel's Queen on the playing feild at 15.00 Stalls games side shows arena events all welcome Enquiries Tel: 01598 76339Sunday 31stSouth Molton Vintage RallyDetails: South Molton TIC. Tel 01769-574122
JULY 2008
Saturday 12th Get pally in the valleyVenue: Recreation field beside Brendon Village Hall. Outdoor musical extravaganza, staged by, The Brendon Village Hall Committee. Evening event with Heddon Valley Stumblers, Exmoor Do Da Band & Generation Gap. Bring your own picnic & refreshments. Tickets £5-00 each.To reserve, contact Sue Adams 01598-752430, John Bradley 01598-752467, Ian Rigby 01598-741206.Monday 14th - Tuesday 15th.Powerboat racing.Venue: Ilfracombe Harbour. Further info. Tel Ilfracombe TIC 01271-863001Tuesday 15th - Monday 21st.Lynton Flower Festival.Venue: St Mary's Church, Lynton. 10:00 - 18:00. 10:00 - 16:00 Sat.
JUNE 2008
Sunday 1stFundraising Open Day at Lee AbbeyFun for all the Family Archery, Climbing, Walking, games, Stalls, Cream Teas and lots more 2pm to 6pm admission free for more information Tel 01598 754243Sunday 1st - Tuesday 31st.
North Devon Festival.
Over 200 various events. Details: Contact 01271-324242 Visit http://www.northdevonfestival.org/ Saturday 7thManor House Lynmouth Summer FeteOpens 1pm To 5pm Grand Opening By Dave Davies of The KinksThere will be plenty of stalls and activities including plants, jewelry, baby and toddler wear, fancy soaps, candles ,toys, home made cards and artwork even something for your dog. Local Retailers who are participating have kindly offered to donate a percentage of their sales to the Lyn Lions. There will also be a Raffle, Bouncy Castle, Hog Roast, reflexology/crystal healing and refreshments. At 4.45pm there will be releasing 120 Balloons, prize for the furthest travelled and also a prize for the person who rings it in. All proceeds to Lyn Lions. For More Information Please contact Val or Gordon at the Manor Residential Home Lynmouth
Friday 13th-Sunday 15th
Llama Music Festival
Event details to be announced. See website http://www.llama.org.uk/
Sunday 15th
UK Ironman 70.3 Triathlon.
Venue: Wimbleball lake. Contact details http://www.half.ironmanuk.com/
Saturday 21st.
Exmoor Perambulation.
Start: Pinkery Centre. Details: Contact Jeff Cox 01769-520397
Friday 27th - Sunday 29th.
Woody Bay Beer Festival.
Venue: Woody Bay Station. 10:00 - 18:00. Sample a selection of locally brewed Real Ales, supported by live out-door music. Tel 01598-763487. Visit http://www.lynton-rail.co.uk/
AUGUST 2008
FRIDAY 1st - Sunday 31st Lynton & Lynmouth Annual Scarecrow FestivalVenue: All over the local area, on roofs, in gardens and shop doorways. Create your own individual and theme. Free.Saturday 2nd
Lyn Lions Raft Race
Venue: Lynmouth. Event details to follow. Contact Roland Gold Tel 01598-753921.Sunday 10th - Sunday 17thLynmouth Flower FestivalVenue: St John the Baptist's Church, Lynmouth. Floral displays with Cream teas & plants for sale. Open all day.Monday 25thLions Gala
Venue: Lynmouth. Event details to follow. Contact Roland Gold Tel 01598-753921
SEPTEMBER 2008
Sunday 21st.The Silver Jubilee Doone Run
Venue: Manor green, Lynmouth. Start 1200. 25th anniversary special prizes. Also other races. Visit www.thedenes.com/DooneRun.htmSaturday 27th Sunday 28th.Autumn Steam FayreVenue: Woody Bay Station. 10:00 - 18:00 Our annual big, end of season event. Contact Tel 01598- 763487. Visit http://www.lynton-rail.co.uk/
OCTOBER 2008
Sunday 5thLynton & Lynmouth Foodfest
Following this event last year, MAPLE are pleased to announce that they will again,be hosting, this very successful showcase of gastronomic delights, available throughout the region. The foodfest will be celebrating the very best food and producers from the Exmoor area. More details to follow.
NOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2008
November 2008Tuesday 11th.Armistice Day.Venue: Woody Bay Station. 11:00- 15:30. A spectial ceremony to dedicate the railway's restored WW1 steam locomotive. More details. Tel 01598-763487 or visit http://www.lynton-rail.co.uk/ December 2008Monday 1stChristmas Lights light-up.Venue: Town Hall 1800.Saturday 6th.Late Night Shopping.Shopping & entertainment. Contact Exmoor flowers Tel 01598-753322Santa Specials.Venue: Woody Bay Station. 11:00 - 15:30. Start of Santa's Specials running on several days until Wednesday 24th December. Contact Tel 01598 - 763487 or website for full details. http://www.lynton-rail.co.uk/