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November 2021
Taw & Exmoor Branch AGM
Saturday, November 6th Annual General Meal at the Royal Hotel, Bideford in the fascinating Kingsley room. 6.30 pm for 7.00 pm. Followed by entertainment, after which you will have the opportunity to discuss your ideas for outings for your branch next year. Please note: Participation on all events is at your own risk. For more information and to confirm your attendance please telephone our Taw and Exmoor Branch Chairman Brian Sims on 01271 343607.
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Coach Trip to Slimbridge
Sunday, December 5th Coach trip to Slimbridge. Leaving the Kingsley Statue, Bideford at 8.00 am and picking up at Yelland, Bickington and Barnstaple. Return journey at approx 4.30 pm after the feeding frenzy. Level walking. Bring suitable clothing and a packed lunch although there is a restaurant on site. Please note: Participation on all field trips is at your own risk. Please wear appropriate footwear and suitable clothing. Our field trips are informal - we meet promptly but have no…
Find out more »January 2022
Annual Birdwatching Bonanza
Sunday, January 30th 2022 Annual birdwatching bonanza. Meet at the former Park and Ride car park by Park School, Barnstaple at 9.00 am to amalgamate into fewer cars. Visiting Dart's Farm, Goosemoor, Bowling Green Marsh, River Clyst and the Goat Walk and possibly Exminster Marshes and Powderham. Bring a packed lunch, warm clothes and a hot drink. Level walking. Please note: Participation on all field trips is at your own risk. Please wear appropriate footwear and suitable clothing. Our field…
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Indoor Meeting and Talk ‘The Birds of Lundy’
An indoor meeting at The Castle Centre, Barnstaple, 7.30pm. A Talk by Tim Jones on the 'Birds of Lundy'. Friends, relations and neighbours are welcome. Book stall, sale of new nest boxes and raffle. Admission £4, includes tea/coffee and biscuits. For further information contact Brian Sims 01271 343607
Find out more »March 2022
A Spring Walk Along Fremington Pill (Near Barnstaple, North Devon)
Sunday March 20th 2022 A spring walk along Fremington Pill and the surrounding farmland. Meet at 11.00 am in the free car park by the cattle grid (Map Ref SS 867 461) Bring a packed lunch and wear sturdy footwear. May be wet and muddy in places. Cafe nearby for refreshments.
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Hawke Combe Woods
Sunday April 24th 2022 A Walk through Hawk Combe Woods near Porlock for early migrants. Meet at 11.00 am in the parking area by the cattle grid (Map Ref SS 867 461). Bring a packed lunch, sturdy footwear etc. Afterwards a stroll down Chetsford Water possibly followed by tea and cakes.
Find out more »May 2022
Field Irish Farm
Discover the flora and fauna of the privately owned Field Irish Farm near Bradworthy which has been farmed alongside nature for generations. Meet at 11.00 am (Map Ref SS 345 154) (Postcode EX23 7UD). Bring a packed lunch and stout footwear. Possible cream tea afterwards.
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BNA Trip to Kingcombe in Dorset
BNA Trip to Kingcombe in Dorset June 13th to June 17th Details from Elizabeth Fowler (01271 860780)
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By popular request a trip to Lundy Island. The boat will leave Clovelly Harbour at 9.00 am and return about 5.00pm. Free car parking in the anglers' car park down over the road towards the harbour. Packed lunch and sturdy footwear. Further details from John Short on 01237 470570.
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Lustleigh
A walk including stream, woods and downs near Lustleigh. Birds, flowers and interesting butterflies. Meet at 9.30 am at the park and ride car park near Park School in Barnstaple to amalgamate into fewer vehicles. If going direct park in the car park by Drakeford Bridge (Map Ref SX 788 802) Bring a packed lunch and suitable footwear. One steep section. Possible cream tea,
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