Sat, Nov 23, 2024, 11:00 AM GMTSaturday Walk: Paignton to Berry Head
Paignton, Paignton
Join us for a seven mile beautiful walk along the famous South West Coast Path to Berry Head. We'll start from the main entrance to Paignton train station and follow a scenic route of countryside and coastline. We’ll stop for a coffee and lunch break at Broadsands Beach, where those who wish to can visit the Venus cafe (link below).

https://www.lovingthebeach.co.uk

Following lunch we’ll pass through the fishing port of Brixham and head out to Berry Head, one of the South Coast’s most stunning locations, with panoramic views of the South Devon Coastline. There we’ll stop for refreshments at the lovely Guardhouse Cafe (link below).

https://www.guardhousecafe.com

Finally there is the drop back into Brixham where our walk ends, and from where it is easy to take a bus back to Paignton.  Please bring a packed lunch (or buy something from the cafe) and make sure you bring water and snacks. 
Terrain

There are a few moderate climbs up and down steps but most of the route is largely level. As it’s November please wear appropriate footwear for some potentially muddy paths. We will take the walk at a leisurely pace so we can enjoy the views.
Getting to and from the walk:
We will meet at the entrance to Paignton Train Station at 11am. There is a train from Exeter that arrives at this time. There is also plenty of parking available in the station car park.
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Sun, Dec 8, 2024, 10:00 AM GMTDartmoor River, Lake and a few Tors Walk, followed by lunch
Dartmoor National Park, TQ13 7SL
Meet at Michaelcombe Lane Parking, by the side of the beautiful Venford Reservoir, on the Road from Holne on Dartmoor. There should be ample space but if it is full, there is another parking lot 5 minutes walk away the offer side of Venford Reservoir Dam.

Please message the group if you need a lift. I'm sure people may be coming from Plymouth and Exeter direction.

We will set off at 10am promptly.

The walk will afford lovely views of the reservoir, autumnal colours. We will go a gentle climb up to views of the valley below, and to a few tors such as Bench Tor, and along the River Dart. We shall walk to hopefully see a nice waterfall along Venford Brook too

There may be wet bracken around and surface water, so please wear boots and bring waterproof layers or a change of clothes to leave in the car.

It is a new route I have invented, having had a lovely walk there last week.

As it will be a bit cold, after the walk I intend for us to go on to a nice pub or cafe to warm up and get some food and drink into us. Once I know the numbers I will try and reserve us somewhere within a few miles of the walk.
3 attendees
Fri, Dec 13, 2024, 7:30 PM GMTChristmas Meal in Exton
The Puffing Billy Inn, Exton EX3 0PR
Time to celebrate!
Join us for our annual Christmas meal! This year we're meeting in the lovely village of Exton, at the Puffing Billy pub. It's a great location and our Christmas meal is always a great social occasion to socialise with other members. We look forward to seeing you!

Menu
Please see the 'Set party menu', from which you can choose either two courses for £29.95 or three courses for £34.95.

Signing up - important!
The deadline to sign-up, make your menu choices and pay for your meal in full is 10 October.

To confirm your place at the meal, you need to do all of the following by 10 October:

(1) RSVP to the event here.
(2) Provide your menu choices (see link below).
(3) Transfer the full amount for your meal by 10th October to:

Stewart Barr
04-29-09
65516427

You need to transfer the money by 10 October so that we can confirm exact numbers with the venue. We are asking for full payment now to avoid any confusion or missed payments on the night (see the refund policy below). If you've not paid by the 10 October, your place will be freed-up to someone on the waiting list and you'll be removed from the event listing.

Choosing your meal options
Please use this form to choose what you'd like to eat by 10 October.

Waiting list
This event will be locked after 10 October but you can put your name on this waiting list if the event is full. If a space becomes available, you'll be contacted.

Refunds
If you are unable to attend the meal and notify us after 10 October, you will be refunded the amount you've paid less £10 per individual booking (the pub will charge us this for no-shows).

Getting to the pub
The pub is located 2 minutes walk from Exton railway station (services every 30 minutes from Exeter and Exmouth) and is also on the 57 bus route. The pub has ample parking in its car park or on nearby roads.
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Sat, Jan 4, 2025, 10:00 AM GMTNew(ish) Year Walk: Tarr Steps and Withypool Loop, Exmoor
Tarr Steps car park , Withypool
Brush off the festive season cobwebs and overindulgence, with a walk in Exmoor.

I'll be honest I've not done this walk before but it is a well renowned route, crossing the famous Tarr steps, following the river valley to Withypool, where we will stop to warm up and get refreshments. (Royal Oak Pub and Tea Rooms)

After the walk we may drive for a further drink in a nearby pub.

Meet at the NT Tarr Steps car park ready for a 10am prompt departure

Please sign up and ask for a lift if you don't drive. I could pick people up at Tiverton Parkway station, and hopefully others will be coming from Exeter, an hour's drive away

This path has had a closure along it for some months but is due to reopen next month. If still closed, we will do an alternative walk/route nearby.

This route definitely gets muddy so bring appropriate boots and outdoor gear, and perhaps even a change of clothing for after.

It's 7 miles and about 4 hours with relaxed pace and stop for refreshments. Here is a link to a website describing it:

https://www.countryfile.com/go-outdoors/walks/walk-tarr-steps-exmoor-national-park
7 attendees+2
Sat, Feb 1, 2025, 7:00 PM GMTExeter Gay Men Meetup Group Fifth Anniversary Party Night!!!
The City Gate Hotel, Exeter
Celebrate with us more than five years of the Exeter Gay Men Meetup Group! We have hired the gallery room at the back of The City Gate pub in Exeter for a free night of socialising, partying and general cavorting!

We promise lots of fun, with our own disco where you can dance the night away to all your favourite gay tunes! Bar snacks, and of course drinks, are available to purchase at the venue. There may also be cake.

This night will be a safe, friendly and kind space for gay men only. We look forward to welcoming you and celebrating our group together!
37 attendees+32

Exeter Gay Men Meetup