Rather late notification, I’m afraid, but today is the monthly Manaton Market in the Parish Hall in Manaton. Times are 10.30am to 12 noon.  Come on down! And for your diaries, the dates of the next ones are 20th August, 7th September and 15th October.

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As a member of the Woodland Trust, I received an email about events in the Bovey Valley back at the end of April, and intended to post it here. Many apologies that I didn’t! There is one more event to come which may be of interest: 16 May 2013 – Rare Lichens – Dr Brian and Sandy Coppins – 1 to 4pm A recent survey of Hisely Wood identified 155 species of lichen, although regrettably the same survey indicated a slow migration of species to the outer edges of the wood and a decline in the woodland habitat supporting these rare species. Where to meet ? This will start from…

Come along to the Manaton Monthly Market this Tuesday at Manaton Parish Hall.  Lots of different traders offering: Organic fruit & veg  |  Lamb & Poultry  |  Organic eggs  |  Meringues  |  Mayonnaise  |  Cakes, bread & jam  |  Chutneys  |  Marmalade  |  Ham, Bacon, Pies  |  Cheese  |  Plants, flowers  |  Woodcraft  |  Petbeds  |  Vintage clothes  |  Organic skincare  |  Cards  |  Baby clothes  |  Gifts  |  Refreshments And a lovely atmosphere!

Having recently moved into the village, I have a large number of now empty cardboard boxes, along with a great deal of brown recycled paper which was used for wrapping. Can anyone use these before I start taking them to the recycling? I have lots ...