Exmoor Tourism Update

Read the latest news and updates for tourism providers in Exmoor National Park

Keeping tourism businesses up to date with the work of Exmoor National Park

Welcome to the Exmoor National Park Tourism Update. This is published every two months to keep tourism providers up to date with the latest news, resources and information in support of developing sustainable tourism on Exmoor.

Don't forget to check our website for useful information from the latest research to business toolkits Here

Exmoor Dark Skies Festival 2018

Work is well underway for this year's festival which will run from 20th October to 4th November.

We already have a list of over 20 events being run by us and others. You may like to run an event or plan a themed overnight package to attract visitors. Contact Katrina 01398 322236 or [email protected] to discuss your ideas.

Advertise and reach new audiences

Our consumer marketing will start in the summer and 7500 copies of a printed Festival Programme will be distributed from August to October. Advertising in the programme starts at just £45. Click here for more details of costs and benefits.

Woodside Bridge Appeal

TV presenter / actress Caroline Quentin has added her support to the Woodside Bridge Appeal to provide a new crossing over the East Lyn River near Lynmouth. A new bridge would enable people to enjoy the spectacular valley on short circular walks out of Lynmouth.

Watch the video and read more about the appeal here..

Donate today!

Application process to join the English National Park Experiences Collection now open

We are working with other English National Parks in planning unique, immersive visitor Experiences which standout in the global marketplace and tell the story of our landscapes, history and culture.

The English National Park Experience Collection is working with local businesses over the next 12 months to develop Experiences in our National Parks which have greater appeal to international audiences and which can be packaged together for development by and in close association with the inbound travel trade.

We need local experience providers and accommodation businesses to work with us. Successful applicants will benefit from intensive 1-2-1 business support to develop their products and make them travel trade ready before being marketed to the international travel trade.

To find out more (including details of the costs and benefits), or to apply visit: www.nationalparks.gov.uk/discoverengland

If you have any queries call Max Lawrence (Business Engagement Facilitator) on 01643 862447 or Katrina Munro at Exmoor National Park on 01398 322236

Exmoor National Park Partnership Plan

Our new Partnership Plan for Exmoor National Park has now been launched. It's a Plan for everyone who cares about Exmoor: the place, its communities and the benefits the National Park provides to the nation.

There are strong ambitions for the economy and a thriving sustainable tourism offer alongside ambitions for access, wildlife, landscape, heritage and communities to name just a few.

The plan will be used by the National Park Authority and partner organisations to prioritise and co-ordinate actions over the next 5 years. You can download it (or request a hard copy) from our website here.

CareMoor Dining Club

These events celebrate Local Food and provide publicity for the venues involved whilst also raising money for CareMoor - our Donations scheme. Events are open to all and new dates for the summer are;

14th June - Pyne Arms, East Down, Barnstaple

5th July - Beach Hotel, Minehead

9th August - Tarr Farm Inn, Dulverton

Read more about holding a Dining Club event here. There's no cost to you and we'll help support and market your event.

Membership & Website Assistant Vacancy

Visit Exmoor, the official tourism body for the area, is growing. With recent coverage in national, regional and local press, social media reach increasing and membership up over 40% in the last year, they are now looking for a part-time Membership and Website Assistant. Have a look here for details. www.visit-exmoor.co.uk/trade/vacancies. If you are interested send your CV and covering letter by 11 May to [email protected].

Exmoor Coast & Moor Festival

Visit Exmoor's Coast & Moor Outdoor Festival is underway www.visit-exmoor.co.uk/coast-moor-outdoor-may-festival. Promoting more than 50 things to do in May, in and around Exmoor, the festival is a great way to highlight greater Exmoor this spring. If you have an activity that you would like to add to the list, please send details to Jennette [email protected] for consideration.

Promoting local food & tourism

Working with Visit Exmoor, we're continuing to support producers and encourage the use and celebration of local food.

Don't forget you can use our Eat Exmoor Local Producers Database to find new local suppliers for your business. Our food and drink marketing toolkit will help you add value and maximise the benefits to your business of utilising local products. You can access the toolkit and database here.

The Visit Exmoor website now features an Eat Exmoor section with recommendations for where to eat, where to find local produce and farmers markets, along with foodie events and experiences. There is also an on-line version of the Eat Exmoor Food & Drink Guide (PDF) which has been distributed all around the region. Further copies can be collected from our National Park Centres.

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