Free Introductory Guide
Find out more about what the River Parrett Trail has to offer in the colourful new leaflet. It doesn't have route maps - you will need the full River Parrett Trail Guide for that - but it does give a taster of what can be seen or done en-route, such as attractions and activities. Click here to download the free guide.
Be part of Somerset’s largest interactive drawing
The River Parrett Trail Project and artist Simon Lee Dicker need your help to create the largest drawing in Somerset. The 50 mile long drawing will be activated through exploration of the River Parrett Trail using a specially designed art-pack. Invite your friends and family; enjoy a day out on the Trail waking through some of the most wonderful scenery in Somerset.
The free art-pack contains a specifically designed workshop booklet with guidance notes available from local Tourist Information Centres: to take part in the project you will need either an OS Map or handheld GPS system (GPS loan on refundable deposit). You will be able to see you work on-line at www.riverparrettrevisited.org.uk when you send your completed art-pack to SAW Office, Dillington House, Ilminster TA19 9DT. Tel: 01460 259324.
No prior drawing or writing experience needed. The project will run during 2006 and 2007.
GPS units available to hire from:
Langport Visitor Centre, Westover, Langport, Somerset TA10 9RB - Tel : 01458 250350
Bridgwater Arts Centre, 11 –13 Castle St, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 3DD - Tel : 01278 422700/1
Yeovil Heritage & Visitor Information Centre, Hendford, Yeovil, BA20 1UN - Tel: 01935 845946.
For further information and to download an art-pack now, visit
www.riverparrettrevisited.org.uk.
Trail Watchers Scheme
By becoming a Trail Watcher you volunteer to walk a stretch of the Trail within your locality three or four times a year. You will play an active role in looking after a small section of the trail and we hope you will gain personal satisfaction and enjoyment in participating in the project. You will also be helping others to continue to enjoy the natural beauty of the countryside.
Once registered you will be provided with a support pack and further guidance. Members will not be asked to approach landowners or do any physical works.
To register your interest in the scheme or to find out more, please visit the Somerset County Council website by clicking here.
Alternatively, you can contact:
Environmental Regeneration Team
Somerset County Council
C4 - County Hall
TAUNTON
Somerset
TA1 4DY
Telephone: 01823 356156
Email: RPTrail@somerset.gov.uk.
You will then be sent further information about the scheme.
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