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Earlier this year Dr. Roger Cutting gave an illuminating presentation for us on the history and benefits of water meadows. Here, he talks about what sparked his interest in the subject, outlines [...]

Join Devon Archaeological Society for some scrub clearance, socialising, and a tour of Hembury Hillfort.

Rivers Run Through Us is a project to involve local farmers and communities in nature restoration in the River Axe, its tributaries, and surrounding valleys.

Come and wander around the churchyard to admire the snowdrops. Snowdrop plants for sale. Tea and cake

A short walk at Otterhead Lakes to see: drifts of snowdrops, beaver activity, micro-hydro plant, new bridge and permissive path.

An evening at Coldharbour Mill exploring the history, ecology, and future of water meadows, one of England’s most iconic yet endangered landscapes.

We are now inviting comments on the draft management plan for Blackdown Hills National Landscape 2025-2030.

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.

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 [...]