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Sounds of the Landscape: a folk song journey

A special May Day experience with folk musician Ellie Beare as she guides you through a reflection of the natural world, through song and poetry.

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Musician Ellie Beare will lead you on a gentle wander across the beautiful Parke Estate (maximum of 1 mile). Stopping at peaceful locations along the way to experience a different way of connecting to nature through folk songs.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

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All £0.00

The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Suitability

This walk is designed for adults but older children might enjoy it too.

Meeting point

Please meet at the Map Board in the corner of the car park what3words: ///walnuts.flipper.prowling

What to bring and wear

Please wear sensible footwear and suitable clothing, including waterproofs. You might like to bring a lightweight fold up chair or ground sitter to carry on the walk.

Accessibility

There will be uneven terrain, and unfortunately some areas are not suitable for those with high accessibility needs. Please get in touch to discuss how we might be able to help.

Other

There is no admission fee at Parke but car parking charges apply - free for National Trust members. It's possible to walk or cycle to Parke from Bovey Tracey, half a mile away.

Upcoming events

Guided walk at Parke: Spring flowers 

A gentle walk around the beautiful Parke estate with time to enjoy and identify the spring wildflowers.

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on
10 Apr to 24 Apr 2026
at 10:00 to 12:00+ 1 other date or time

Guided walks at Parke - Wider Estate 

A free and friendly volunteer-led walk around the beautiful natural landscapes of the Parke Estate.

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on
12 Apr to 20 May 2026
at 10:00 to 12:00+ 2 other dates or times

Guided walk at Parke: Birdsong 

A gentle morning walk around the beautiful Parke estate (maximum of 2 miles). Learning about the local wildlife with a focus on enjoying and identifying birdsong.

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on
30 Apr 2026
at 08:00 to 10:00

Sounds of the Landscape: a folk song journey 

A very special May Day experience with folk musician Ellie Beare as she guides us through a reflection of the natural world, through song and poetry.

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on
1 May 2026
at 10:30 to 11:30