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Wildlife Events in Devon: A guide to what’s on and things to do

Devon Wildlife Trust puts on over 100 local events in Devon each year, including festivals, nature reserve open days, walks, conservation work days, wildlife surveys, talks and fun days out.

There is a wide range of things to do and activities for all ages and levels of interest, from families looking for a fun day out to wildlife enthusiasts wanting to learn more or help with conservation.

Use the search boxes to find out things to do in your area of Devon. Listed below are the latest events and activities coming up. Find out what's on now!

Also don't miss our Courses and Training page for more details about ways to learn new wildlife skills.

Events on in Devon

Wildlife walk at West Mill

Date: 17th May 2012

Time: 2-5pm

Walk around a private reserve – if sunny expect lots of butterflies. Booking essential; contact Joyce Dignam on joyce@smartemail.co.uk/01271 374324 or Paul Madgett on madgett@hotmail.com/01271 812617. Small donation requested; children free; sorry no dogs. Organised by Barnstaple & District DWT Local Group

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Bat activity day

Date: 19th May 2012

Time: 10am - 3pm

Find out about the bats of Higher Kiln nature reserve at the William Pengelly Cave Studies Trust Centre, Russet Lane, Buckfastleigh.  There will be bat and bug box making, a chance to see live bats, guided walks of the cave and reserve and batty arts and crafts. There is limited parking.  If...

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Rockpool ramble - 19 May

Date: 19th May 2012

Time: 11am

Rockpool ramble - 19 May

Meet at Wembury Marine Centre for a guided tour of some of the best rockpools in Devon. No need to book – just come along on the day. For more information visit www.wemburymarinecentre.org Organised by DWT for the Wembury Marine Centre Partnership

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Bug hunt

Date: 20th May 2012

Time: 2-4pm

Join local bug and insect expert Nigel Pinhorn, for an exciting bug hunt in the grounds of the historic Poltimore house. Admission £4 per person; discounts for family groups. At Poltimore House off the B3181, near Broadclyst. Booking essential on 01392 248938 or visit www.poltimore.org/events Organised by Exeter DWT Local Group...

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Hedge survey

Date: 22nd May 2012

Time: 7-9pm

Short walk up a country lane from the village centre, investigating the ancient hedges. Booking essential; contact Joyce Dignam on joyce@smartemail.co.uk / 01271 374324 or Paul Madgett on madgett@hotmail.com/01271 812617. Small donation requested; children free; sorry no dogs. Organised by Barnstaple & District DWT Local Group

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Flowers and wildlife at Berry Head

Date: 24th May 2012

Time: 10.30am-12.30pm

A ranger led tour of this beautiful National Nature Reserve. Bring a picnic or enjoy lunch at a café. Meet at Berry Head car park. Donation suggested £2.50. Organised by South Brent & Ivybridge DWT Local Group

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