Posts Tagged ‘mindfulness’
Widecombe Awe Walk
The wide vistas and patchwork colours of Dartmoor have a powerful ability to inspire awe and wonder, especially when viewed from the vantage point of one of its many tors. The joy that often accompanies these feelings has a number of beneficial effects on human health, including decreasing stress, promoting a sense of well-being and…
Read MoreIntroduction to Wild Camping and Holistic Weekend for Women
Having awarded almost 20 grants through our Public Access Fund so far this year, we’re delighted to see many of these projects now being delivered in the National Park. Becky Harrison, from Pathwinds Outdoors, approached us wanting to offer a free of charge weekend that would boost women’s confidence to backpack camp on Dartmoor. We…
Read MoreDartmoor Sounds Landscape Connection Walk
As part of our 2026 Programme of Partnership Walks, we were joined by performance artist Avoca on our land holding at Sharpitor for a sound and landscape connection walk. This was an invitation to collaborate with the landscape, to be present in the moment, and to discover subtle sounds around us that we might not…
Read MoreMindfulness and Nature Connection at the Dewerstone
Taking time to be present in nature has huge health benefits, but can sometimes feel inaccessible, due to lack of confidence or time restraints. As part of the DPA’s broader aim of supporting access to Dartmoor, we were pleased to run a free mindfulness walk as part of the Dartmoor Tors Festival. We teamed up…
Read MoreDartmoor Shroud Pilgrimage
The 2025 Exhibition at the Museum of Dartmoor Life asks the question, ‘Is Dartmoor dying?’ The answers from a wide variety of local groups and charities are displayed around the room, including responses from the DNPA, South West Peatland Partnership and the Dartmoor Preservation Association. It’s thought provoking seeing all these perspectives written down, but…
Read MoreSensorial Walk at Sharpitor
On a clear Saturday evening, we welcomed a fantastic group of people onto our Dusk Sensorial walk at Sharpitor. This special event was the first inspiration walk of our Wild Words writing callout and we were delighted that so many people were keen to join us and be guided through connecting with the Dartmoor landscape…
Read MorePlant of the Month: Oak
Approaching May Day, mature oak trees begin to flower. Both male and female flowers form on the same tree, with the male flowers spreading pollen from dangling catkins and the female flowers opening as tiny buds between the leaves and branches. These buds will be what become acorns in autumn, holding within them the potential…
Read MoreGuest Blog: Sylvia’s Field in April
Roz Brady joined the DPA conservation volunteers for a recent workday at Pudsham Meadows and used her time to sink into the landscape and notice the abundance of life present in the meadow. Roz is an Environmental Composer, musician, author and poet who delights in composing outside, immersing herself in the sights and sounds of…
Read MoreFinding Flow: A Pathway to Health and Wellbeing
Dartmoor is a place of raw natural beauty, offering unparalleled opportunities to immerse oneself in nature. Beyond its ecological richness and striking landscapes, Dartmoor has something intangible to offer: the experience of “flow.” This state of deep, effortless immersion in activity—often described as being “in the zone”—can profoundly enhance mental health and physical wellbeing. What…
Read MoreExperiencing Awe in the Wilds of Dartmoor
The wild and rugged upland of Dartmoor has long captured the imaginations of poets, artists, and adventurers. The windswept tors, expansive moorlands, and ancient stone circles evoke a profound sense of space and time. But beyond this aesthetic allure, Dartmoor offers a deeply transformative experience for those who seek it: the emotion of awe. This…
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