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Devon Great Consols… Then & Now – Guided Walk

Join a guided walk along some of the Tamar Trails network to explore the restored industrial remains at Devon Great Consols mine, the biggest copper mine in Europe just 100 years ago. Rick Stewart, Mining Historian, will explain all about one of the most important mines of the Tamar Valley area. Walk is steep in some sections but on a good trail surface. Suitable for off road mobility scooter (Tramper available to hire from Treesurfers – Please book in advance)

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Hidden Hibernation – Workshop

Join Richard Hibbert in exploring the Tamar Trails. An exciting afternoon of exploration, looking at how mammals such as Dormice, Squirrels and Hedgehogs prepare for winter, and how this coincides with the availability of seeds, nuts and fruit. Richard will guide you around the Tamar Trails and carry out activities along the way so you can really get to grips with nature. Enjoy shelter building, bug hunting, animal tracking, bird calling and much more. Suitable for all ages. Please note

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Exploring the Tamar Trails, A Devon Great Consols Adventure

Join the Tamar Community Trust and Friends of the Tamar Valley for a leisurely walk from the Tamar Trails Centre to Devon Great Consols and Scrub Tor on a variety of the Tamar Trails. This 7-8 mile walk takes about 4 hours. Bring sturdy shoes, waterproofs and picnic. Walk is steep in some sections. Well behaved dogs are welcome. Suitable for children over 10 years.

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