The journey of water from the peatlands of Dartmoor to people’s household taps will be explored in a series of public events in the next few months.

The drinking water piped into most of the towns and communities below Dartmoor originates in the peatlands of the high moors, flowing through streams, springs and tributaries into the moorland rivers.

The ‘Our Land Flows – From Peat to Pipe’ project by the Art and Energy Collective will involve a series of walks, talks and other activities in August, September and October.

Early expressions of interest from individuals and communities on Dartmoor and in the surrounding area will help to shape the project as it develops.

Cat Andrews, Director and Producer at the collective, said: “All our Peat to Pipe events will celebrate the role of water in our cultural heritage, our habitats, and in resilience to climate change.

“Everyone can learn from each other as they get know about how our land flows ... and have some fun along the way.”

The initiative is being supported by Dartmoor’s Farming in Protected Landscapes fund, and will highlight the role of moorland farmers in managing the peatlands and waterways.

The Dartmoor Preservation Association (DPA) has also contributed grant funding to the project, as it will focus attention on the moorland’s natural and manmade water-related structures. Of particular interest is the history and heritage of the leats that were constructed hundreds of years ago to carry water to the working mills and mines, as well as to people living in local towns.

One of the events planned is a walk and talk on Dartmoor, led by a member of the DPA, on Saturday, October 17, followed by a creative gathering. Other events will be taking place in Plymouth.

Information on all the activities, and ways to get involved with the project, will be added to the Art and Energy website www.artandenergy.org