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to Burgh Island. The walk starts at the acorn sign next to the pay and display car park at outer Hope (sX 676402). Before starting, it is worth a wander around the village with its harbour and picturesque thatched cottages. There are refreshment opportunities en route in pubs at Thurlestone and Bantham and a beach café at south Milton sands. There are also various benches along the way where you can enjoy a packed lunch whilst taking in the views. This is considered an easy walk overall although there is a short steep climb up a field shortly near Bantham.
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For keen readers and writers alike Dartington Hall’s WAYS WITH WORDS this month
is an absolute must. More than 100 published writers appear on the programme this year. some of the big names such as sandi Toksvig and Roy Hattersley may be sold out already – although there is always a chance of last minute tickets – but that still leaves many gems still available. This annual event, started in 1991, falls from Friday July 4 to sunday July 13 this summer. As well as readings, debates and workshops it’s also a wonderful place to just hang out and soak up the literary vibe. There are bookshops, food stalls and plenty of deckchairs on the lawn to enjoy this unique atmosphere. For more information, including the full programme, visit
www.wayswithwords.co.uk
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OCCOMBE FARM is a working organic farm on the edge of Paignton and is free to visit seven
days a week. There is a great kitchen garden including wartime allotment with air raid shelter; farm animals including cows, sheep, goats, chickens, pigs and alpacas; a two-kilometer nature trail, and a bird hide gribbles Farm shop and Bakehouse Café celebrating local produce. The visitor centre has exhibitions on farming and environmental issues and there is a well-stocked shop and café on site. The farm is run by local charity Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust with all profits going to support its conservation and education work. The Trust run a comprehensive events programme at occombe and it’s other sites. Check out their website for more details at
www.countryside-trust.org.uk/ occombe
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The medieval TORRE ABBEY is one of the biggest jewels in Torquay’s crown, and well
worth a visit. There is an impressive permanent art collection and a lively programme of contemporary arts events. This month the Welsh National Opera is performing The Four seasons and an afternoon of Chamber Concerts, on July 3 and 5. The abbey’s gardens are also very picturesque, with exotic and exciting plants, and the tearooms are delightful. There are many interactive displays to inform and entertain the children too, including talking portraits and statues. For more information visit
www.torre-abbey.org.uk
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PENNYWELL FARM is a delightful place for young children to handle farm animals, feed a
lamb, meet miniature pigs, take a tractor and trailer ride, and stroke the shire horses. Amazingly this place has been going for 25 years now and is showing no signs of slowing down. The staff are always friendly and lively and add to the unique feel to the place. Highly recommended. For more information visit their website at www.
pennywellfarm.co.uk
HOPE COVE WEEKEND is three days of traditional seaside family fun on the August bank
holiday weekend - from Friday August 22 to sunday August 24. The whole village and beaches come alive with entertainment and competitions for all ages. Activities include music and dancing every day; street entertainers; family sports and treasure hunt; land and sea races including dinghy, raft and swimming races; a firework display; fishing competition; an adult and children’s tug of war; rock pooling; fishing; sandcastles and fancy-dress competitions too. There will also be an open-air religious service and a children’s magic show. The village’s popular Hope and Anchor Inn will also host various barbeques and bands on an outdoor stage. For more information visit
www.hopeandanchor.co.uk
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