A Young Planners social event incorporating a beach clean, food and games. An opportunity to unwind, enjoy the British summer and build connections with other young planners in the South West.
What to expect:
Join the Devon, Cornwall & Somerset Young Planners for a relaxed summer social by the sea at Dawlish Town Beach. This event is a chance to meet other young planners, enjoy some time outdoors and give something back to the local environment through a beach clean supported by Dawlish Against Plastic.
After the clean-up, we’ll make the most of the beach setting with informal games and an opportunity to enjoy food together. Whether you are new to the profession, studying planning, or already working in the sector, this is a friendly opportunity to unwind, build connections and enjoy the British summer with fellow young planners.
What you'll gain:
- A greater understanding of the role young planners can play in supporting local environmental action and community stewardship
- Build informal professional connections with other young planners across Devon, Cornwall and Somerset
Programme:
15:30 - Arrival and briefing from Dawlish against Plastic
16:00 - 17:00 - Beach clean
17:00 - 18:00 - Beach games
18:00 - 19:00 - Food and networking
Getting to the venue
Dawlish Town beach, Marine Parade, Dawlish, EX7 9QA
By train: Dawlish station
By bus: There are regular bus services from Exeter and Newton Abbot with bus stops only a few minutes walk from the beach
By car: Parking is available at the Strand Car Park and Barton Hill Car Park. There is also on-street parking (where available) along the seafront. All parking must be paid for before leaving your vehicle.
Before you set off, it's worth checking for any updates – e.g. ongoing roadworks in the area that might affect your journey.
Access and inclusion
We're committed to making sure everyone has a great experience at our events. Once you've booked, we'll get in touch to talk through any access needs or requirements you might have. If you have any questions in the meantime, just contact South.West@rtpi.org.uk – we're here to help.
Public toilets are available adjacent to the beach, including disabled toilet facilities.
Tickets
This is a free event for members and non-members.
Food and refreshments
Time is allocated for individuals to buy food to eat together from nearby facilities, for example, fish and chips, ice cream etc.
