Snowdrop walk at Otterhead Lakes
A short walk at Otterhead Lakes to see: drifts of snowdrops, beaver activity, micro-hydro plant, new bridge and permissive path.
Drowning by numbers: the past, present and future of ancient water meadows
An evening at Coldharbour Mill exploring the history, ecology, and future of water meadows, one of England’s most iconic yet endangered landscapes.
Blackdown Hills Management Plan review
We are now inviting comments on the draft management plan for Blackdown Hills National Landscape 2025-2030.
George Pidgeon presented with the first John Greenshields Award
The inaugural John Greenshields Award, set up by the Blackdown Hills National Landscape, in collaboration with the National Trust, has been won by veteran hedge layer George Pidgeon.
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We are haunted by waters – Making Rivers Better event
Chair of the Friends of the River Axe, Vicky Whitworth, reflects on the recent Making Rivers Better event held Chardstock Village Hall and the important role volunteer groups are playing in [...]
By Clare Groom
Posted Rivers Run Through Us – new River Axe nature recovery project
A new project aimed at improving the health of the River Axe and its catchment is set to get underway early next year, thanks to a grant of more than £250,000 from The National Lottery [...]
John Greenshields Award
John Greenshields Award is open to groups and individuals who have made a significant contribution to the Blackdown Hills in the areas of nature recovery, climate action, sustainable farming, [...]
Tours of St Thomas’ Church, Thurlbear
Discover the delights of St Thomas' Church, Thurlbear on guided tours developed especially for the Blackdown Hills National Landscape Festival of Heritage and Heritage Open Days.
Dunkeswell Abbey guided tours
Join us for a one-hour guided tour of Dunkeswell Abbey, a monastic site nestled in a beautiful rural location in the Blackdown Hills National Landscape.
