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Nature Reserve

Old Sludge Beds

*SITE CLOSED: please note the nature reserve is temporarily closed so that repairs to infrastructure can be carried out.*

Paths and boardwalks allow you to get among the reed beds and ponds…

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Improving access on nature reserves

Find out how we’ve been improving accessibility on some of our key nature reserves, providing easier access for as wide a range of visitors as possible.

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Devon Nature Reserves Fund

Daily care of DWT's 57 havens for wildlife takes a huge amount of time and resource: on average, it costs £2000 per day to manage these reserves. Donate today
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Events and filming on DWT nature reserves

Devon Wildlife Trust’s nature reserves have been featured world-wide in TV series and feature films, they’ve also been the setting for many cultural and other events. No wonder: the 50+ wild spaces we look after contain some of the UK’s most dramatic scenery and awe-inspiring nature. If you are thinking of using one of our nature reserves for your event – large or small - for any commercial or charitable activity, then you must contact us first and seek permission.
Habitat

Maerl beds

Maerl beds are special underwater habitats found in shallow seas. They’re made by rare types of red seaweeds that grow into hard, twig-like lumps.

Nature Reserve

Exe Reed Beds

Great views across reedbeds and the spectacular Exe Estuary. One of the largest tidal reedbeds in Devon and one of the best for birds.

Event

Meshaw Reserve guided walk

A circular walk around this flower-rich, traditionally managed, culm grassland Devon Wildlife Trust Reserve.

Event

Godborough Reserve, Bideford walk

A guided walk with Philip Marlow of Devon Birds to see the wildlife that now inhabits the rich mix of habitats at this Devon Birds Reserve.