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Hemyock Castle Open Day
Come and view the rare surviving ruins of Hemyock's moated medieval castle.
Dunkeswell Abbey Heritage Open Day tour
One event on Saturday 14 September 2019 at 1:00pm
One event on Saturday 14 September 2019 at 3:00pm
Enjoy a guided tour of 13th century Dunkeswell Abbey and explore the remains of this little-known Cistercian monastic complex.
Hemyock Castle Heritage Open Day
Come & view the rare surviving ruins of Hemyock's moated medieval castle.
Steam Day at Coldharbour Mill
Coldharbour Mill was powered by steam from 1865 until its close in 1981. Spend a day with the Mill’s steam team stoking the boilers and running the engines and learn the history of the Mill. There is also a chance to take part in children's have-a-go sessions and share the delight of knitting, weaving and other crafts.
Colharbour Mill in steam
Step back in time to the Victorian era when water and steam powered the industrial revolution.
Blackdown Hills Community Heritage Forum meeting
The theme for this meeting is Dunkeswell Abbey and the Discovering Dunkeswell Abbey project (led by Heritage, Arts & People)
Colharbour Mill Christmas steam up evening
Experience Coldharbour Mill in steam after dark and get into the festive spirit.
Re-awaken the Dragons – CANCELLED
Travel back through time at Castle Neroche to see how our ancestors once connected with this ancient landscape and learn about how we manage this special site today.
Cancelled – Carols Under the Stars
Unfortunately due to heavy rain forecast we have had to cancel Carols Under the Stars at the Wellington Monument this Friday.
Snowdrop Walk
A guided walk to see the amazing display of snowdrops at Otterhead Lakes and learn about the history and future plans for this lovely nature reserve.
