The Wild Adventure Connection: Dartmoor
When: Friday 13th to Monday 16th August 2027
Where: Shallowford Farm, Widecombe in the Moor, Dartmoor
Who: Mel Britton and Helen Venus
What's included: Three days/nights bed, breakfast, packed lunch, and dinner, plus two days guided walking and activities
For adventurous women of all ages and abilities!
Cost: £325 per person
We are Mel from Outdoor Adventure Connection and Helen from Wild Rambling, and we share a deep commitment to taking women into the outdoors - generating confidence, fostering connections, and creating fun experiences. We’ve developed this weekend to bring together women of all ages who want to reconnect with themselves, nature, and a community of adventurous souls.
The Weekend
Next August (Friday 13th to Monday 16th), we’re taking over Shallowford Farm, a glorious haven in the very heart of Dartmoor National Park - a landscape that invites you to slow down, look up, and feel part of something bigger.
Shallowford Farm is a fabulous hostel, full of warmth and character, and with rolling hills and wild valleys right on the doorstep, it’s the perfect base for our adventures.
What Awaits You
Wonderful walks - led by experienced guides who know Dartmoor’s secret corners, wild tors, and story‑rich valleys.
Yoga sessions - gentle, grounding sessions to stretch, breathe, and settle into the weekend.
Wild swimming - cool, invigorating dips in Dartmoor’s rivers and pools.
Climbing and bouldering - a chance to try something new, or develop your skills in a supportive space.
Tasty, nourishing food - cooked with care, shared with laughter.
This isn’t just a weekend away — it’s a reset button. A chance to slow down, breathe deeply, and rediscover what adventure feels like in good company.
What’s Included
Three nights accommodation in the dormitory rooms.
Breakfast, packed lunches, snacks and dinners over the three days.
Full day of walks / activities on Saturday and Sunday.
Half‑day adventure on Monday morning.
WhatsApp group so you can e-meet the rest of the group before you go.
Practicalities
Starts Friday 13th August at 16.00, and finishes at 13.00 on Monday 16th August.
Two night option available - ask for details.
All dietary requirements catered for.
We’ll send a kit list, so you know exactly what to bring.
We encourage you to travel by train. The nearest station is Newton Abbot, and if you book our suggested trains, we will organise a shared taxi to take you to the hostel (small additional cost).
