Culm grassland natural flood management
Learn more about this rare habitat peculiar to north Devon, it’s importance for wildlife and it’s potential to hold water, filter pollution & retain carbon
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Celebrating success- Culm Grassland Natural Flood Management project
Celebrating the success of the Culm Grassland Natural Flood Management project tht ran from 2016 to 2021
wood anemone
A spring delight, the wood anemone grows in dappled shade in ancient woodlands. Traditional management, such as coppicing, can help such flowers by opening up the woodland floor to sunlight.
New legal protections edge England closer towards wild beaver return
The Wildlife Trusts welcome new legislation and call for sensible beaver management guidance
Celebrating success - Triple C reducing flooding
The Interreg Triple C project (Climate resilient Community-based Catchment planning and management) implemented a set of cost-effective, innovative actions to reduce flooding
New measures needed to help struggling wildlife cope with water shortages
The Wildlife Trusts call for efficient water management, huge reductions in pollution, and support for landowners to create more space for nature
My therapy
Laurence suffers less from depression since he started conserving orchards. Playing a part in the management of places which support wildlife is proven to improve wellbeing, and you don’t need to…
Helping hedgehogs
Find out how you can help hedgehogs in your garden including access, shelter, food and garden management. Map your sightings and become a hedgehog champion.
Time is running out for new farm schemes to halt nature’s decline and adapt to climate change
New Environmental Land Management Schemes described as vital by UK Government, but still - after six years of waiting - no detail is provided.
Have we finally turned a new page for nature on Dartmoor?
Nick Bruce-White, Chief Exec of Devon Wildlife Trust, reflects on the government response to an independent review of protected site management on Dartmoor.
Exploring the four Marine Protected Areas in Devon where we need a ban on bottom trawling
The Marine Management Organisation (MMO) are currently running a consultation considering a ban on bottom trawling in 41 offshore Marine Protected Areas in England, including four in Devon waters…
Halsdon & Dolton Local Group
We arrange a series of meetings throughout the year that are open to everyone. We run all kinds of wildlife-related activities, from guided walks and illustrated talks to practical work parties where you can get stuck in doing habitat management on our reserves.