Events
We have put together a programme of events and activities to help everyone Discover the Dartmoor Story and explore the landscape stories of the moor. There are activities, open days, walks and talks to suit all abilities and interests.
Take a look at our programme below
Sunday, 28 June 2026 at 10:30 - 12:00
Visit a Dartmoor Longhouse
Location: Near Poundsgate on the Ashburton Dartmeet/Two Bridges Road
Take a guided visit of Higher Uppacott a Grade 1 listed Dartmoor Longhouse, a building which is of rare and national importance. A longhouse was a building in which both animals and humans lived and Higher Uppacott (HU) still retains its shippon (where the animals lived) in an unaltered state. Ta...
Find out more..Sunday, 12 July 2026 at 10:30 - 11:30
Visit a Dartmoor Longhouse
Location: Near Poundsgate on the Ashburton Dartmeet/Two Bridges Road
Take a guided visit of Higher Uppacott a Grade 1 listed Dartmoor Longhouse, a building which is of rare and national importance. A longhouse was a building in which both animals and humans lived and Higher Uppacott (HU) still retains its shippon (where the animals lived) in an unaltered s...
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Friday, 24 July 2026 at 10:30 - 15:30
Dartmoor History Hunters Family Fun Day
Location: The Box Plymouth, Tavistock Place, Plymouth, Devon PL4 8AX
Join us at The Box, Plymouth for a free family fun day with our Dartmoor History Hunters travelling through time to uncover the secrets of Dartmoor. There will crafts, activities and things to make and take home bringing to life the Brilliant Bronze Age, the Magnificent M...
Find out more..Saturday, 25 July 2026 at 10:30 - 11:30
Visit a Dartmoor Longhouse
Location: Near Poundsgate on the Ashburton Dartmeet/Two Bridges Road
Take a guided visit of Higher Uppacott a Grade 1 listed Dartmoor Longhouse, a building which is of rare and national importance. A longhouse was a building in which both animals and humans lived and Higher Uppacott (HU) still retains its shippon (where the animals lived) in an unaltered state. Ta...
Find out more..Wednesday, 29 July 2026 at 13:30 - 15:30
Dartmoor Explorers: Brilliant Bronze Age
Location: National Park Visitor Centre Postbridge, PL20 6TH
Family Friendly Ages 5-11
Join us for an afternoon of fun at Postbridge Visitor Centre.
Lets travel back in time 4,000 years to the Bronze Age on Dartmoor to find out what life was like. We'll be inspired by some of the exhibits in the visitor centre, go on a mini adventure and make a...
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Wednesday, 12 August 2026 at 13:30 - 15:30
Dartmoor Explorers: Mysterious Pond Creatures
Location: Look for the National Park Outreach Van in Simmons Park
Family Friendly
Join the National Park team at Simmons Park to discover what wild creatures live beneath the surface of the ponds. The National Park team will be running a family friendly afternoon of pond dipping and an activity to create your own arty creatures to take away.
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Tuesday, 18 August 2026 at 10:30 - 16:00
Meldon Wildlife Festival
Location: Meldon old quarry
A fun-filled, wild day out for all the family! Meet local experts, explore Dartmoor's wildlife and make fantastic nature crafts. We'll be supported by a range of partners who will be sharing their passion for wildlife. Ice cream and refreshements available
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