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Deer Walk (longer)

Sat 17 Oct

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Staple Plain Car Park

Join ranger Owen on a walk to hopefully see and hear some of the Quantock Hills largest and most secretive mammals.

Deer Walk (longer)
Deer Walk (longer)

Time & Location

17 Oct 2026, 16:00 – 20:00

Staple Plain Car Park, Weacombe, Taunton, TA44EB

About the event

Owen will guide you on an evening stroll to hopefully try and spot this iconic mammal of the Quantock Hills.


They can be elusive but at this time of year the annual deer rut should be in full swing so the male stags are looking to maintain their harem and see off any other challenging males.  This makes the herds a little more active and noisy, with the males bellowing to challenge other males and establish their territory.


This walk will be around 4 miles in length and hilly.  Wear sturdy walking boots and preferably dark colour clothing suitable for the weather conditions on the day.  Binoculars are a good idea and maybe a torch as it will begin to get dark at the end of the walk. Please also see https://www.quantockhills.com/attending-an-event for more useful tips.


Tickets are £2.50 for adults and children are free when accompanied by a paying adult.


Maximum number in group – 14

For enquiries please contact us at quantockhills@somerset.gov.uk 


Meeting in the car park at:

Grid reference - ST116410 (Grid Reference Finder | OS Map)

What 3 Words - ///hugs.noting.sidelined (what3words /// The simplest way to talk about location)


Booking is essential.


No dogs I'm afraid, the deer can smell them a mile off!

Tickets

  • Deer walk (longer)

    £2.50

    +£0.06 ticket service fee

    Sold Out
  • Deer Walk (longer) - Child

    This ticket is for a child aged 16 and under.

    £0.00

Total

£0.00

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