National Trust volunteers make an unprecedented contribution on Exmoor

Look into my eyes….

Photo by Jochen Langbein

Photo by Jochen Langbein

Exmoor Skylines

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Exmoor Mires posted this photo on their Facebook page:

Classic, smooth Exmoor skylines and the Spooners catchment from the east with a 19th century prospecting work in the foreground and a sheepfold of similar date in the background (with the trees).

The Common Lizard

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This photo was posted by Exmoor Mires, a non-government organisation working with farmers, land owners and interested parties to help block drainage ditches across Exmoor for long-term biodiversity, water and sustainability.

Have you seen an oil beetle?

Wild Deer on Exmoor

This video was shot by Experience Exmoor at one of their recent safaris across the Moor.

Date for the Diary: Jolly japes and silly scapes

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JOLLY japes and silly scrapes are guaranteed in a fun outdoor production of The Adventures of Mr Toad on June 1.

The musical, based on The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame, is presented by Transitions Theatre Company and directed by Rob Pudner.

It will be performed in the beautiful surroundings of Wimbleball Lake, Exmoor. Mr Toad embarks on exciting, yet daring, adventures with the help of his riverside chums Rat, Badger and Mole, and a host of other colourful characters.

The performance is suitable for children aged four and over. Early bird tickets are on sale until May 1, costing £12 for one adult and one child or £20 for a family ticket (2+2). Call 01398-371460

More information about the production can be obtained by visiting the Transitions Theatre Companies website.

 

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A Space View

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These images of South West England (top image) and the Wales (bottom image) with Bristol Channel and Exmoor on the left, were taken from the International Space Station and published today by Col Chris Hadfield on his Facebook page.

 

Siesta in the sun

Photo by Rupert Kirby

Photo by Rupert Kirby

Exmoor Wildlife

Photo by Peter French

Photo by Peter French