Events
Our events have limited places which must be booked in advance.
It is essential that children booked onto a Children’s Activity have a responsible adult present throughout, with a maximum of 4 per adult.
To book
Follow the relevant link to book via Eventbrite. Please note that Eventbrite places a small non-refundable booking charge on top of our price. We are not able to offer refunds on our events unless we cancel, so please be sure that you would like to attend before booking.
If you are unable to use Eventbrite, please call 01626 835 236 or email stover@devon.gov.uk.
There is a car parking charge of £2 for 2 hours and £4 for all day (payable via cash/card/RingGo). Charges apply from dawn until dusk.
Unless otherwise stated please meet outside the single storey green portacabin close to the toilet block (follow the temporary signage from the car park).
2024 |
Volunteer Days Sunday 24th March : 10am – 4pm Sunday 28th April : 10am – 4pm Tasks TBC |
April |
Wednesday 3rd: 10.30am – 12.30pm Children’s Activity – Pond Dipping and Minibeast Hunt Take a look at the many creatures and insects that live in Stover’s ponds and in the woods. £3 per child – Please book in advance |
Thursday 11th: 10:30am – 12:30pm Children’s Activity – Toddler Forest Fun Join us for some fun in the forest. Feel free to bring a picnic lunch to enjoy around the campfire at the end of the session. £3.50 per toddler For ages 2 – 5 yrs. Please book in advance – limited places |
Saturday 27th: 7am – 9am Guided Walk – Early Morning Beginner’s Bird Walk Come along for an early morning stroll around the Park listening to, and learning about, the birdsong that is at its peak at this time of year. £3 per person plus a £1 donation for coffee, tea and biscuits on your return. Please book in advance |
May May is ‘Naturally Healthy Month’. Join us on the walks below….. |
Wednesday 1st: 2pm – 4pm Guided Walk – Spring Flora & Wild Food Discover the folklore and uses, both past and present, of Stover’s rich variety of flora. Following the walk, we will sample some wild food and teas. £4 per person – Please book in advance |
Wednesday 15th : 8:30pm -10:30pm Guided Walk – Stover at Dusk Take a walk at twilight and discover the wildlife that comes out at night such as bats, nightjar and glow-worms. Please bring your own torch. £3 per person – Please book in advance |
Thursday 30th: 10.30am – 12.30pm Children’s Activity – Pond Dipping and Minibeast Hunt Take a look at the many creatures and insects that live in Stover’s ponds and in the woods. £3 per child – Please book in advance |
June |
Tuesday 4th : 10am – 12.30pm Guided Walk – River Ramble A beautiful 4-mile stroll along a section of the Templer Way to the River Teign encompassing the wildlife and history of the Stover Estate. Bring a packed lunch for a picnic by the river. £3 per person – Please book in advance |
Wednesday 26th : 6.30pm – 9.30pm Guided Walk – Denbury Hillfort Meet on Denbury Green (in front of the Union Inn) Walk Torbryan’s ancient valley path ending at Denbury Hillfort – the resting place of the Celtic King Geraint, according to local legend – where you can soak up the mystical atmosphere and take in the spectacular views at sunset. £4.50 per person – Please book in advance |
July |
Wednesday 3rd: 10:30am – 12:30pm Guided Walk – Reedbed Systems Tour Join us on a guided walk around the reedbed systems to find out how and why they were developed and learn about the wildlife the area supports. £3 per person – Please book in advance |
Monday 15th: 10:30am – 12:30pm Guided Walk – Stover Wildlife Join us for a ranger led walk to enjoy the varied habitats and wildlife within the Park. £3 per person – Please book in advance |
Volunteers day
Why not join our growing army of conservation volunteers on the last Sunday of every month between September and April. Tasks are varied and all tools are provided. No special skills are needed – just bring along lunch and old clothes. See our volunteering page for more details.