Sunday 19 May 2013
Slapton WW2 Walk Saturday 17th March
Slapton, the surrounding area and its residents played a unique role in WW2 as part of the D-Day landings practice. Discover why Slapton was chosen and what it was like in the build up to this world changing event and some of the challenges faced. It's a short walk and talk with some great views and a chance to pick out some of the key points - and will include some archive photos and an opportunity to see a unique filmed account of those who lived through the evacuation of the area.
- Distance / terrain: 2.5. miles .....................................
- Grade: Easy paths includes some hills..........................................
- Timing: 1.5 - 2.0 hours starting at 9.30am (including "evacuation" film)
- Leader: Alan Denbigh - Slapton Line Partnership
- Meet at: The Tank, Tank Carpark, Torcross (SX 82345 42286)
- Restrictions: Dogs allowed (though will have to remain outside the cafe during the film); well-behaved children welcome though they may not find it as interesting as the older history buffs
- Cost £4 adults £2 children - refreshments will be available at charge at The Lobster Pot (film venue)
- Public Transport First 93 Buses available from Kingsbridge and Dartmouth to Torcross
- Parking: Yes
- Parking Fee: Yes
- Max no places: 18 ........................
Booking not required - just turn up !
- Publish Date: Friday 9th March 2012




