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SUMMARY:Life on the Edge Volunteers and Surveys - (6) Oil Beetle & Bee-fly Surveys
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nLife on the Edge volunteers spend time in the fresh air\, being active\, meeting new people and making a real difference for nature. Come and join the crew!\n  \nCome and join Life on the Edge this Spring to survey the invertebrates of our beautiful coastline and work on your insect identification skills! Starting on February 27th\, we will be going out every Friday from 10.30am to 12.30pm to sites along the coast. We will start our survey season looking for the Black Oil Beetle and Short-necked Oil Beetle\, and as the weather warms up will also survey for the Dark-edged Bee-fly and Dotted Bee-fly. These creatures are useful indicators of a thriving\, species-rich coastal habitat ideal for numerous plant and insect species\, so going out and recording is a vital element of our work to restore these habitats. Your survey results will be uploaded to iRecord\, and will help us to target our nature restoration work to protect and grow their populations. \nSee below for dates and survey locations\, and please get in touch for more information on meeting points and to book your place. We are providing transport in a 9 seater van for those that do not have their own transport\, with pick-ups at Follaton Arboretum in Totnes and en route – please let us know when you sign up if you would like a lift and we will let you know further details. Sorry\, but we are unable to take dogs in the vehicles. \nThis opportunity is open to anyone who has an interest in nature and our coastline\, or wants to get more experience surveying the variety of nature on their doorstep 😊 \n  \n  \nImportant booking information \n\nFree event\nPre-booking essential via email to lote@southdevon-nl.org.uk – contact us to book and for more information on meeting point. Let us know if you would like to use the LotE transport.\n\n  \nKnow before you go \n\nFridays from 10.30am to 12.30pm\nMeeting point / location: See attached poster for survey locations\, and email for further specifics on meeting points and lifts\nWalk distance: approx 3-5km\nAccessibility: this event is taking place on the unsurfaced footpaths and is not suitable for people who might have difficulty in these conditions.\nSorry\, no dogs\nTo bring: weather-appropriate clothing\, sturdy boots\, snacks and drinks. If you have one\, a hand lens and a note pad would be useful.\n\n  \n\nBlack Oil Beetle & Short-Necked Oil Beetle \nFrom early spring in South Devon\, you can find three of the five native UK Oil Beetle species\, Black Oil Beetles (Meloe proscarabaeus)\, Violet Oil Beetles (Meloe violaceus)\, and Short-necked Oil Beetles(Meloe brevicollis) . Both Black and Violet Oil Beetles are relatively widespread in South Devon\, however their abundance does seem to be declining. However\, the Short Necked Oil Beetle has a very restricted\, fragmented range nationally\, with it being equally rare in South Devon being known from one stretch of coast between Bolt Tail and Bolberry Down..   \nViolet Oil Beetles are often found inland in woodland edges\, sunny glades\, and hilly\, unimproved grasslands\, whereas Black Oil Beetles are more commonly found on coastal cliffs and open\, sandy\, or well-drained grasslands. To distinguish between Black and Violet Oil Beetles\, examine the base of the thorax (pronotum). The Violet Oil Beetle has an indented lower edge with a distinct\, sharp\, raised tooth at the base. The Black Oil Beetle has an almost straight lower edge to the thorax with only a small\, rounded\, or almost absent tooth.  \nBlack Oil Beetles have a square thorax and kinked antennae\, and can be up to 30mm in length. Short-necked Oil Beetles are smaller\, up to 24mm long\, and have an oblong shaped thorax resembling a ‘short neck’ with shorter\, straight antennae. Any records of the Short-necked Oil Beetle should be submitted to iRecord with a photo clearly showing the thorax (ideally a dorsal view\, i.e. top-down of its back).  \nBlack\, Violet and Short-necked Oil Beetles are found from March through to June (although can be spotted as early as late February in the milder Devon climate) when the adults emerge to feed and mate. Look near wildflower-rich sites\, patches of bare ground on the coast path that females will burrow into to lay their eggs\, and grassy tussocks that can provide shelter on colder days. Their life cycle is intertwined with that of solitary bees\, so any habitat that is good for solitary bees is a good sign there might be Oil Beetles nearby! \n  \nDark-Edged Bee-Fly and Dotted Bee-Fly\nBee-flies\, although they look like bumblebees\, are actually flies. Their distinctive features are their fuzzy bodies\, long tongues\, and hovering darting flight.  Their tongue – which can be almost half as long as their body – is technically called  a proboscis\, and is used to feed on  nectar from flowers. A good way to tell different species of bee-flies apart is to look at the patterns on their wings.  The Dark-edged Bee-fly (Bombylius major) is a  widespread species to look out for in South Devon from March through to June\, identified by the solid dark band along the front edge of their wings. A rarer species is the Dotted Bee-fly (Bombylius discolor)\, identified by the dark spots on the front edge of their  wings. \nDuring flight\, identification is much harder as their distinctive wing patterning becomes a blur – so if you spot one still\, snap a clear photo and upload a record to iRecord. \nDark-edged Bee-flies can be found throughout South Devon in a variety of open habitats\, including gardens\, grassland\, woodland rides and clearings\, and the coast. The Dotted Bee-fly has more scattered records\, but is most commonly seen between Prawle Point and Start Point. Their life cycle is intertwined with that of solitary bees\, so any habitat that is good for solitary bees is a good place to start looking! \n  \n \nThanks to National Lottery players \n          [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://southdevon-nl.org.uk/event/life-on-the-edge-volunteers-and-surveys-6-oil-beetle-bee-fly-surveys/
LOCATION:prawle point
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://southdevon-nl.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Spring-invert-surveying-poster.pdf
ORGANIZER;CN="South Devon National Landscape LotE":MAILTO:lote@southdevon-nl.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260411T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260411T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132510
CREATED:20260319T145707Z
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UID:13524-1775903400-1775912400@southdevon-nl.org.uk
SUMMARY:Cyanotype Crafting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nJoin Devon Wildlife Trust on a Cyanotype Crafting Workshop\n  \nJoin Devon Wildlife Trust and make something unique and beautiful at Wembury Marine Centre using materials from the beach while learning about local marine life. \n  \nIf you’re looking to create something beautiful and unique either for yourself or as a gift to a friend then come on down to Wembury Marine centre where we will be making cyanotypes! \n  \nUsing the intricate shapes of seaweed and a little bit of chemistry to make beautiful pieces of artwork that you can take home with you. \n  \nWe’ll also be learning about the different types of seaweed you can find washed up on the strandline as well as the history of cyanotypes. \n  \nImportant booking information \n\n\n\n£12.50\, booking required- see Wembury Marine Centre website\nAim to arrive 15 minutes before event start time\n\n\n\n\nKnow before you go\n\nDogs\n\nAssistance dogs only\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nWhile most of the session will be inside there will be a short time outside on the beach\, so please dress appropriately for the weather on the day\n\n\nAccessibility\n\nThe cyanotype making session will take place inside Wembury Marine Centre\, which is wheelchair accessible. However\, the practical session will take place on the beach\, approx. 75m from the Centre (down a stepped-slope) which is not wheelchair accessible\, but with prior notice\, we can make reasonable adjustments.\n\n\nWheelchair access\n\nWith prior notice\, let DWT know when booking.\n\n\n Parking\n\nWembury Beach car park is owned by the National Trust and parking costs £6/day for non-members.\nPlease bring correct change with you as cards are not accepted and there is very little signal to pay by phone\n\n\nFacilities\n\nToilets including accessible toilet in Wembury Marine Centre\nBaby changing facilities\nCafe / refreshments\nPicnic area\nDisabled parking\nBicycle parking\n\n\n\n\nMeeting point\n\nWembury Marine Centre\nW3W ///venues.olive.grasp\nPlease aim to arrive 15 minutes before event start time\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://southdevon-nl.org.uk/event/cyanotype-crafting-workshop/
LOCATION:Wembury Marine Centre\, Church Road\, Wembury\, Devon\, PL9 0HP\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Devon Wildlife Trust":MAILTO:info@wemburymarinecentre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260411T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260411T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132510
CREATED:20260324T174632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T180307Z
UID:13677-1775903400-1775919600@southdevon-nl.org.uk
SUMMARY:Life on the Edge Volunteers Conservation Tasks - Bee Bank Building
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nLife on the Edge volunteers spend time in the fresh air\, being active\, meeting new people and making a real difference for nature. Come and join the crew!\n  \nCome and join Life on the Edge this Spring to help us to create new habitat for our rare solitary mining bees! We will be building bee bank habitat for bees! \nPick ups Follaton House 9.30am\,  Kingsbridge Quay 10am  \nMeet at Prawle Point car park ( National Trust)\, Chivelstone TQ7 2BX  \nThis opportunity is open to anyone who has an interest in nature and our coastline\, or wants to get more experience helping the variety of nature on their doorstep 😊 \n  \nImportant event information \n\nPre-booking essential via email to lote@southdevon-nl.org.uk – contact us to book and for more information. Let us know if you would like to use the LotE transport.\nThis is a practical conservation task working outside\, so please wear suitable clothing and footwear. \nFree event\nSorry\, no dogs\n\n  \n \nThanks to National Lottery players \n          [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://southdevon-nl.org.uk/event/life-on-the-edge-volunteers-conservation-tasks-bee-bank-building/
LOCATION:prawle point
ORGANIZER;CN="South Devon National Landscape LotE":MAILTO:lote@southdevon-nl.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260414T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260414T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132510
CREATED:20260324T180839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T181107Z
UID:13682-1776162600-1776180600@southdevon-nl.org.uk
SUMMARY:Life on the Edge at The Box - Meadow Makers (1)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Come and find us at The Box as we bring the coastal meadows into Plymouth!  \nHelp us create handcrafted flowers to decorate the classroom and over the week it will bloom into a beautiful meadow.  \nThe sessions will run from 10:30-12:30 and 13:00-15:30. \nFree Event! \nThe Box\, Tavistock Place\, Plymouth PL4 8AX  \n  \n  \n \nThanks to National Lottery players \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://southdevon-nl.org.uk/event/life-on-the-edge-the-box-plymouth/
LOCATION:The Box\, Tavistock Place\, Plymouth\, PL4 8AX\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="South Devon National Landscape LotE":MAILTO:lote@southdevon-nl.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260415T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260415T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132510
CREATED:20260319T160244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T160445Z
UID:13579-1776247200-1776250800@southdevon-nl.org.uk
SUMMARY:Tots & Toddlers Rockpool Safari
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nJoin Devon Wildlife Trust staff and volunteers for a mini rockpools safari aimed at tots and toddlers\n  \nThis event is an introduction to rockpooling\, aimed at preschool aged children (4 years and under) and all children must be accompanied by an adult. \n  \nImportant booking information \n\n\n\nBooking required – see Wembury Marine Centre website\nCancellation policy\n\nRefunds will be issued up to 1 day before the event starts\, minus the Eventbrite booking fee.\nIf the event is cancelled by DWT due to poor weather\, you will receive a full refund\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKnow before you go\n\nSuitability\n\nFamilies\, Children\, Beginners. All children must be accompanied by an adult.\n\n\nDogs\n\nNo – dogs are not allowed on the beach 1st May to 20th September\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nPlease don’t bring nets – we’ll follow the Seashore Code and use our hands and tubs (tubs provided)\nWear wellies/water shoes\nWear weather appropriate clothing and be prepared for unpredictable weather\nBring snacks and drinks as necessary\n\n\nAccessibility\n\nThe event takes place on Wembury beach and the surrounding rocky foreshore\nInvolves walking over slippery\, uneven terrain and seaweed covered rocks\n\n\nWheelchair access\n\nNo wheelchair access to beach\n\n\n Parking\n\nParking is free for National Trust members\, parking charges apply to non-National Trust members and vary depending on the time of year (please bring correct change or pay by phone).\nThe car park can fill up very quickly on hot\, sunny days so please leave plenty of time to park and aim to arrive at the Marine Centre 10mins before the event starts\n\n\nFacilities\n\nToilets\nShop\nCafe/refreshments\nPicnic area\nDisabled parking\nAccessible toilet\nBaby changing facilities\nBicycle parking\n\n\n\n\nMeeting point\n\nWembury Marine Centre\nW3W ///venues.olive.grasp\nAim to arrive 15 minutes before the event start time\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://southdevon-nl.org.uk/event/tots-toddlers-rockpool-safari/
LOCATION:Wembury Marine Centre\, Church Road\, Wembury\, Devon\, PL9 0HP\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Devon Wildlife Trust":MAILTO:info@wemburymarinecentre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260415T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260415T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132510
CREATED:20260324T181026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T181121Z
UID:13686-1776249000-1776267000@southdevon-nl.org.uk
SUMMARY:Life on the Edge at The Box - Meadow Makers (2)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Come and find us at The Box as we bring the coastal meadows into Plymouth!  \nHelp us create handcrafted flowers to decorate the classroom and over the week it will bloom into a beautiful meadow.  \nThe sessions will run from 10:30-12:30 and 13:00-15:30. \nFree Event! \nThe Box\, Tavistock Place\, Plymouth PL4 8AX  \n  \n  \n \nThanks to National Lottery players \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://southdevon-nl.org.uk/event/life-on-the-edge-at-the-box-meadow-makers/
LOCATION:The Box\, Tavistock Place\, Plymouth\, PL4 8AX\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="South Devon National Landscape LotE":MAILTO:lote@southdevon-nl.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260416T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260416T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132510
CREATED:20260324T181145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T181145Z
UID:13690-1776335400-1776353400@southdevon-nl.org.uk
SUMMARY:Life on the Edge at The Box - Meadow Makers (3)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Come and find us at The Box as we bring the coastal meadows into Plymouth!  \nHelp us create handcrafted flowers to decorate the classroom and over the week it will bloom into a beautiful meadow.  \nThe sessions will run from 10:30-12:30 and 13:00-15:30. \nFree Event! \nThe Box\, Tavistock Place\, Plymouth PL4 8AX  \n  \n  \n \nThanks to National Lottery players \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://southdevon-nl.org.uk/event/life-on-the-edge-at-the-box-meadow-makers-3/
LOCATION:The Box\, Tavistock Place\, Plymouth\, PL4 8AX\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="South Devon National Landscape LotE":MAILTO:lote@southdevon-nl.org.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260417T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260417T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132510
CREATED:20260402T081843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T081843Z
UID:13715-1776421800-1776429000@southdevon-nl.org.uk
SUMMARY:Life on the Edge Volunteers and Surveys - (7) Oil Beetle & Bee-fly Surveys
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nLife on the Edge volunteers spend time in the fresh air\, being active\, meeting new people and making a real difference for nature. Come and join the crew!\n  \nCome and join Life on the Edge this Spring to survey the invertebrates of our beautiful coastline and work on your insect identification skills! Starting on February 27th\, we will be going out every Friday from 10.30am to 12.30pm to sites along the coast. We will start our survey season looking for the Black Oil Beetle and Short-necked Oil Beetle\, and as the weather warms up will also survey for the Dark-edged Bee-fly and Dotted Bee-fly. These creatures are useful indicators of a thriving\, species-rich coastal habitat ideal for numerous plant and insect species\, so going out and recording is a vital element of our work to restore these habitats. Your survey results will be uploaded to iRecord\, and will help us to target our nature restoration work to protect and grow their populations. \nSee below for dates and survey locations\, and please get in touch for more information on meeting points and to book your place. We are providing transport in a 9 seater van for those that do not have their own transport\, with pick-ups at Follaton Arboretum in Totnes and en route – please let us know when you sign up if you would like a lift and we will let you know further details. Sorry\, but we are unable to take dogs in the vehicles. \nThis opportunity is open to anyone who has an interest in nature and our coastline\, or wants to get more experience surveying the variety of nature on their doorstep 😊 \n  \n  \nImportant booking information \n\nFree event\nPre-booking essential via email to lote@southdevon-nl.org.uk – contact us to book and for more information on meeting point. Let us know if you would like to use the LotE transport.\n\n  \nKnow before you go \n\nFridays from 10.30am to 12.30pm\nMeeting point / location: See attached poster for survey locations\, and email for further specifics on meeting points and lifts\nWalk distance: approx 3-5km\nAccessibility: this event is taking place on the unsurfaced footpaths and is not suitable for people who might have difficulty in these conditions.\nSorry\, no dogs\nTo bring: weather-appropriate clothing\, sturdy boots\, snacks and drinks. If you have one\, a hand lens and a note pad would be useful.\n\n  \n\nBlack Oil Beetle & Short-Necked Oil Beetle \nFrom early spring in South Devon\, you can find three of the five native UK Oil Beetle species\, Black Oil Beetles (Meloe proscarabaeus)\, Violet Oil Beetles (Meloe violaceus)\, and Short-necked Oil Beetles(Meloe brevicollis) . Both Black and Violet Oil Beetles are relatively widespread in South Devon\, however their abundance does seem to be declining. However\, the Short Necked Oil Beetle has a very restricted\, fragmented range nationally\, with it being equally rare in South Devon being known from one stretch of coast between Bolt Tail and Bolberry Down..   \nViolet Oil Beetles are often found inland in woodland edges\, sunny glades\, and hilly\, unimproved grasslands\, whereas Black Oil Beetles are more commonly found on coastal cliffs and open\, sandy\, or well-drained grasslands. To distinguish between Black and Violet Oil Beetles\, examine the base of the thorax (pronotum). The Violet Oil Beetle has an indented lower edge with a distinct\, sharp\, raised tooth at the base. The Black Oil Beetle has an almost straight lower edge to the thorax with only a small\, rounded\, or almost absent tooth.  \nBlack Oil Beetles have a square thorax and kinked antennae\, and can be up to 30mm in length. Short-necked Oil Beetles are smaller\, up to 24mm long\, and have an oblong shaped thorax resembling a ‘short neck’ with shorter\, straight antennae. Any records of the Short-necked Oil Beetle should be submitted to iRecord with a photo clearly showing the thorax (ideally a dorsal view\, i.e. top-down of its back).  \nBlack\, Violet and Short-necked Oil Beetles are found from March through to June (although can be spotted as early as late February in the milder Devon climate) when the adults emerge to feed and mate. Look near wildflower-rich sites\, patches of bare ground on the coast path that females will burrow into to lay their eggs\, and grassy tussocks that can provide shelter on colder days. Their life cycle is intertwined with that of solitary bees\, so any habitat that is good for solitary bees is a good sign there might be Oil Beetles nearby! \n  \nDark-Edged Bee-Fly and Dotted Bee-Fly\nBee-flies\, although they look like bumblebees\, are actually flies. Their distinctive features are their fuzzy bodies\, long tongues\, and hovering darting flight.  Their tongue – which can be almost half as long as their body – is technically called  a proboscis\, and is used to feed on  nectar from flowers. A good way to tell different species of bee-flies apart is to look at the patterns on their wings.  The Dark-edged Bee-fly (Bombylius major) is a  widespread species to look out for in South Devon from March through to June\, identified by the solid dark band along the front edge of their wings. A rarer species is the Dotted Bee-fly (Bombylius discolor)\, identified by the dark spots on the front edge of their  wings. \nDuring flight\, identification is much harder as their distinctive wing patterning becomes a blur – so if you spot one still\, snap a clear photo and upload a record to iRecord. \nDark-edged Bee-flies can be found throughout South Devon in a variety of open habitats\, including gardens\, grassland\, woodland rides and clearings\, and the coast. The Dotted Bee-fly has more scattered records\, but is most commonly seen between Prawle Point and Start Point. Their life cycle is intertwined with that of solitary bees\, so any habitat that is good for solitary bees is a good place to start looking! \n  \n \nThanks to National Lottery players \n          [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://southdevon-nl.org.uk/event/life-on-the-edge-volunteers-and-surveys-7-oil-beetle-bee-fly-surveys/
LOCATION:East Soar Car Park\, Malborough\, TQ7 3DR
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://southdevon-nl.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Spring-invert-surveying-poster.pdf
ORGANIZER;CN="South Devon National Landscape LotE":MAILTO:lote@southdevon-nl.org.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260417T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260417T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132510
CREATED:20260319T152150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T152150Z
UID:13542-1776425400-1776432600@southdevon-nl.org.uk
SUMMARY:Shoresearch Volunteer Survey
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nJoin Devon Wildlife Trust’s Wembury Marine Centre for a Shoresearch Survey\n  \nShoresearch is The Wildlife Trusts’ national citizen science survey of the intertidal shore\, the exciting world of extremes where the sea meets the land. It’s a great way to explore your local coast\, learn more about the wildlife found there and add to our understanding of this important habitat. \n  \nYou will be trained to identify and record the marine life found on our local shores. The data collected by this project helps The Wildlife Trusts to monitor our fragile sea life and better understand the effects of pollution\, climate change and invasive alien species. \n  \nShoresearch data has been key to designating many of our Marine Conservation Zones. For more information on the project\, visit Shoresearch. \n  \nImportant booking information \n\n\n\nFree event (donations to Devon Wildlife Trust welcome)\nBooking required – see Wembury Marine Centre website\nThis event is weather dependent\, so please check your emails the day before in case of cancellation\n\n\n\n\nKnow before you go\n\nSuitability\n\nThis event is aimed mainly at those with an interest in intertidal marine life identification and surveying.\n\n\nDogs\n\nNo – dogs are not allowed on the beach 1st May to 20th September\nAlthough assistance dogs are allowed year round\, the nature of the rocky terrain may make it unsafe for dogs\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nPlease wear weather appropriate clothing and be prepared for unpredictable weather\nWear wellies/sturdy boots – rocks can be sharp so wearing thick-soled\, waterproof footwear with good grip is essential.\n\n\nAccessibility\n\nThe event takes place on the rocky foreshore at Wembury Beach.\nThere are steep unguarded edges along the coast.\nYou should expect to be walking 0.5km over slippery\, seaweed-covered rocks and other uneven ground.\nPlease note\, this activity may not be suitable for those with a mobility impairment\nInstruction s provided verbally by a group leader in English within an outdoor setting where there may be background noise (wind or rain). Printed copies of some information can be made available with advance notice. The event takes place in a popular public place but is not usually crowded. Flash photography may be used by staff and participants. Noise cancelling ear muffs can only be used if the attendee has someone with them who is able to listen and interpret the instructions for them.\n\n\nWheelchair access\n\nNo wheelchair access to beach\n\n\n Parking\n\nParking is free for National Trust members\, parking charges apply to non-National Trust members and vary depending on the time of year (please bring correct change or pay by phone).\n\n\nFacilities\n\nToilets\nShop\nCafe/refreshments\nPicnic area\nDisabled parking\nAccessible toilet\nBaby changing facilities\nBicycle parking\n\n\n\n\nMeeting point\n\nWembury Marine Centre\nW3W ///venues.olive.grasp\nAim to arrive just before the event start time\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://southdevon-nl.org.uk/event/shoresearch-volunteer-survey-2/
LOCATION:Wembury Marine Centre\, Church Road\, Wembury\, Devon\, PL9 0HP\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Devon Wildlife Trust":MAILTO:info@wemburymarinecentre.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260418T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260418T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132510
CREATED:20260319T154107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T154107Z
UID:13559-1776513600-1776520800@southdevon-nl.org.uk
SUMMARY:Extreme Rockpool Safari
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nJoin Devon Wildlife Trust staff and volunteers for an extreme rockpool safari!\n  \nJoin Devon Wildlife Trust on an extremely low tide to explore Wembury’s most amazing rockpools\, rarely uncovered by the tide! \n  \nImportant booking information \n\n\n\nBooking required – see Wembury Marine Centre website\nCancellation policy\n\nRefunds will be issued up to 1 day before the event starts\, minus the Eventbrite booking fee.\nIf the event is cancelled by DWT due to poor weather\, you will receive a full refund\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKnow before you go\n\nSuitability\n\nFamilies\, children 7+ (and all children must be accompanied by a paying adult)\, adults\, experts\, beginners\nWe welcome attendees with an interest in finding out more about local marine life and are keen to learn or improve their identification and rockpooling skills.\n\n\nDogs\n\nNo – dogs are not allowed on the beach 1st May to 20th September\nAlthough assistance dogs are allowed year round\, the nature of the rocky terrain may make it unsafe for dogs\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nPlease don’t bring nets – we’ll follow the Seashore Code and use our hands and tubs (tubs provided)\nWear wellies/sturdy shoes that can get wet- rocks can be sharp so wearing thick-soled footwear with good grips is essential\nWear weather appropriate clothing and be prepared for unpredictable weather\nWe will be out for up to 2 hours; therefore\, conditions can change and be different out on the shore than inland\nBring snacks and drinks as necessary\n\n\nAccessibility\n\nThe event takes place on Wembury beach and the surrounding rocky foreshore\nInvolves walking a good distance\, 200m+\, over very slippery seaweed covered rocks\, steep paths\, sand\, other uneven ground and in deeper rockpools\nInstruction is provided verbally by a group leader in English within an outdoor setting where there may be background noise. Printed copies of some information can be made available with advance notice. The event takes place in a popular public place but is not usually crowded once we start rockpooling. Flash photography may be used by staff and participants but is not usually noticeable in daylight. Noise cancelling ear muffs can only be used if the attendee has someone with them who is able to listen and interpret the instructions for them.\n\n\nWheelchair access\n\nNo wheelchair access to beach\n\n\n Parking\n\nParking is free for National Trust members\, parking charges apply to non-National Trust members and vary depending on the time of year (please bring correct change or pay by phone).\nThe car park can fill up very quickly on hot\, sunny days so please leave plenty of time to park and aim to arrive at the Marine Centre 15mins before the event starts\n\n\nFacilities\n\nToilets\nShop\nCafe/refreshments\nPicnic area\nDisabled parking\nAccessible toilet\nBaby changing facilities\nBicycle parking\n\n\n\n\nMeeting point\n\nWembury Marine Centre\nW3W ///venues.olive.grasp\nAim to arrive 15 minutes before the event start time\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://southdevon-nl.org.uk/event/extreme-rockpool-safari-3/
LOCATION:Wembury Marine Centre\, Church Road\, Wembury\, Devon\, PL9 0HP\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Devon Wildlife Trust":MAILTO:info@wemburymarinecentre.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260419T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260419T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132510
CREATED:20260319T154118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T154118Z
UID:13558-1776601800-1776609000@southdevon-nl.org.uk
SUMMARY:Extreme Rockpool Safari
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nJoin Devon Wildlife Trust staff and volunteers for an extreme rockpool safari!\n  \nJoin Devon Wildlife Trust on an extremely low tide to explore Wembury’s most amazing rockpools\, rarely uncovered by the tide! \n  \nImportant booking information \n\n\n\nBooking required – see Wembury Marine Centre website\nCancellation policy\n\nRefunds will be issued up to 1 day before the event starts\, minus the Eventbrite booking fee.\nIf the event is cancelled by DWT due to poor weather\, you will receive a full refund\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKnow before you go\n\nSuitability\n\nFamilies\, children 7+ (and all children must be accompanied by a paying adult)\, adults\, experts\, beginners\nWe welcome attendees with an interest in finding out more about local marine life and are keen to learn or improve their identification and rockpooling skills.\n\n\nDogs\n\nNo – dogs are not allowed on the beach 1st May to 20th September\nAlthough assistance dogs are allowed year round\, the nature of the rocky terrain may make it unsafe for dogs\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nPlease don’t bring nets – we’ll follow the Seashore Code and use our hands and tubs (tubs provided)\nWear wellies/sturdy shoes that can get wet- rocks can be sharp so wearing thick-soled footwear with good grips is essential\nWear weather appropriate clothing and be prepared for unpredictable weather\nWe will be out for up to 2 hours; therefore\, conditions can change and be different out on the shore than inland\nBring snacks and drinks as necessary\n\n\nAccessibility\n\nThe event takes place on Wembury beach and the surrounding rocky foreshore\nInvolves walking a good distance\, 200m+\, over very slippery seaweed covered rocks\, steep paths\, sand\, other uneven ground and in deeper rockpools\nInstruction is provided verbally by a group leader in English within an outdoor setting where there may be background noise. Printed copies of some information can be made available with advance notice. The event takes place in a popular public place but is not usually crowded once we start rockpooling. Flash photography may be used by staff and participants but is not usually noticeable in daylight. Noise cancelling ear muffs can only be used if the attendee has someone with them who is able to listen and interpret the instructions for them.\n\n\nWheelchair access\n\nNo wheelchair access to beach\n\n\n Parking\n\nParking is free for National Trust members\, parking charges apply to non-National Trust members and vary depending on the time of year (please bring correct change or pay by phone).\nThe car park can fill up very quickly on hot\, sunny days so please leave plenty of time to park and aim to arrive at the Marine Centre 15mins before the event starts\n\n\nFacilities\n\nToilets\nShop\nCafe/refreshments\nPicnic area\nDisabled parking\nAccessible toilet\nBaby changing facilities\nBicycle parking\n\n\n\n\nMeeting point\n\nWembury Marine Centre\nW3W ///venues.olive.grasp\nAim to arrive 15 minutes before the event start time\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://southdevon-nl.org.uk/event/extreme-rockpool-safari-4/
LOCATION:Wembury Marine Centre\, Church Road\, Wembury\, Devon\, PL9 0HP\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Devon Wildlife Trust":MAILTO:info@wemburymarinecentre.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260422T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260422T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132510
CREATED:20260319T134710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T134710Z
UID:13437-1776850200-1776857400@southdevon-nl.org.uk
SUMMARY:Little Acorns at National Trust Coleton Fishacre
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nDiscover the magic of the season with your little ones at National Trust Coleton Fishacre\n  \nExplore the garden in the quiet moments before we open to the public\, and take part in lots of creative activities on a welly walk. \n  \nImportant booking information \n\n\n\nWelly walks\, activities and admission are all free\nSuitable for families with children under 5 years old\nBooking not needed\n\n\n\n\nKnow before you go\n\nSuitability\n\nChildren are very welcome when accompanied by an adult\n\n\nDogs\n\nNo dogs please\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nPlease wear weather appropriate clothing and footwear. Be prepared for muddy outdoor play – whatever the weather\n\n\nAccessibility\n\nThe welly walks and activities will take place on accessible and buggy friendly paths\n\n\n Parking\n\nNational Trust car park – free to members\n\n\nFacilities\n\nToilets\nCafe\n\n\nLittle Acorn sessions do not take place during school holidays\n\n\nMeeting point\n\nNational Trust Coleton Fishacre TQ5 0ES\nAs these walks take place before opening hours\, please meet at the Café\nW3W ///onlookers.test.grills\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://southdevon-nl.org.uk/event/little-acorns-at-national-trust-coleton-fishacre-2/
LOCATION:NT Coleton Fishacre\, Brownstone Road\, Kingswear\, Devon\, TQ6 0ED\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260424T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260424T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132510
CREATED:20260402T081957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T081957Z
UID:13717-1777026600-1777033800@southdevon-nl.org.uk
SUMMARY:Life on the Edge Volunteers and Surveys - (8) Oil Beetle & Bee-fly Surveys
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nLife on the Edge volunteers spend time in the fresh air\, being active\, meeting new people and making a real difference for nature. Come and join the crew!\n  \nCome and join Life on the Edge this Spring to survey the invertebrates of our beautiful coastline and work on your insect identification skills! Starting on February 27th\, we will be going out every Friday from 10.30am to 12.30pm to sites along the coast. We will start our survey season looking for the Black Oil Beetle and Short-necked Oil Beetle\, and as the weather warms up will also survey for the Dark-edged Bee-fly and Dotted Bee-fly. These creatures are useful indicators of a thriving\, species-rich coastal habitat ideal for numerous plant and insect species\, so going out and recording is a vital element of our work to restore these habitats. Your survey results will be uploaded to iRecord\, and will help us to target our nature restoration work to protect and grow their populations. \nSee below for dates and survey locations\, and please get in touch for more information on meeting points and to book your place. We are providing transport in a 9 seater van for those that do not have their own transport\, with pick-ups at Follaton Arboretum in Totnes and en route – please let us know when you sign up if you would like a lift and we will let you know further details. Sorry\, but we are unable to take dogs in the vehicles. \nThis opportunity is open to anyone who has an interest in nature and our coastline\, or wants to get more experience surveying the variety of nature on their doorstep 😊 \n  \n  \nImportant booking information \n\nFree event\nPre-booking essential via email to lote@southdevon-nl.org.uk – contact us to book and for more information on meeting point. Let us know if you would like to use the LotE transport.\n\n  \nKnow before you go \n\nFridays from 10.30am to 12.30pm\nMeeting point / location: See attached poster for survey locations\, and email for further specifics on meeting points and lifts\nWalk distance: approx 3-5km\nAccessibility: this event is taking place on the unsurfaced footpaths and is not suitable for people who might have difficulty in these conditions.\nSorry\, no dogs\nTo bring: weather-appropriate clothing\, sturdy boots\, snacks and drinks. If you have one\, a hand lens and a note pad would be useful.\n\n  \n\nBlack Oil Beetle & Short-Necked Oil Beetle \nFrom early spring in South Devon\, you can find three of the five native UK Oil Beetle species\, Black Oil Beetles (Meloe proscarabaeus)\, Violet Oil Beetles (Meloe violaceus)\, and Short-necked Oil Beetles(Meloe brevicollis) . Both Black and Violet Oil Beetles are relatively widespread in South Devon\, however their abundance does seem to be declining. However\, the Short Necked Oil Beetle has a very restricted\, fragmented range nationally\, with it being equally rare in South Devon being known from one stretch of coast between Bolt Tail and Bolberry Down..   \nViolet Oil Beetles are often found inland in woodland edges\, sunny glades\, and hilly\, unimproved grasslands\, whereas Black Oil Beetles are more commonly found on coastal cliffs and open\, sandy\, or well-drained grasslands. To distinguish between Black and Violet Oil Beetles\, examine the base of the thorax (pronotum). The Violet Oil Beetle has an indented lower edge with a distinct\, sharp\, raised tooth at the base. The Black Oil Beetle has an almost straight lower edge to the thorax with only a small\, rounded\, or almost absent tooth.  \nBlack Oil Beetles have a square thorax and kinked antennae\, and can be up to 30mm in length. Short-necked Oil Beetles are smaller\, up to 24mm long\, and have an oblong shaped thorax resembling a ‘short neck’ with shorter\, straight antennae. Any records of the Short-necked Oil Beetle should be submitted to iRecord with a photo clearly showing the thorax (ideally a dorsal view\, i.e. top-down of its back).  \nBlack\, Violet and Short-necked Oil Beetles are found from March through to June (although can be spotted as early as late February in the milder Devon climate) when the adults emerge to feed and mate. Look near wildflower-rich sites\, patches of bare ground on the coast path that females will burrow into to lay their eggs\, and grassy tussocks that can provide shelter on colder days. Their life cycle is intertwined with that of solitary bees\, so any habitat that is good for solitary bees is a good sign there might be Oil Beetles nearby! \n  \nDark-Edged Bee-Fly and Dotted Bee-Fly\nBee-flies\, although they look like bumblebees\, are actually flies. Their distinctive features are their fuzzy bodies\, long tongues\, and hovering darting flight.  Their tongue – which can be almost half as long as their body – is technically called  a proboscis\, and is used to feed on  nectar from flowers. A good way to tell different species of bee-flies apart is to look at the patterns on their wings.  The Dark-edged Bee-fly (Bombylius major) is a  widespread species to look out for in South Devon from March through to June\, identified by the solid dark band along the front edge of their wings. A rarer species is the Dotted Bee-fly (Bombylius discolor)\, identified by the dark spots on the front edge of their  wings. \nDuring flight\, identification is much harder as their distinctive wing patterning becomes a blur – so if you spot one still\, snap a clear photo and upload a record to iRecord. \nDark-edged Bee-flies can be found throughout South Devon in a variety of open habitats\, including gardens\, grassland\, woodland rides and clearings\, and the coast. The Dotted Bee-fly has more scattered records\, but is most commonly seen between Prawle Point and Start Point. Their life cycle is intertwined with that of solitary bees\, so any habitat that is good for solitary bees is a good place to start looking! \n  \n \nThanks to National Lottery players \n          [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://southdevon-nl.org.uk/event/life-on-the-edge-volunteers-and-surveys-8-oil-beetle-bee-fly-surveys/
LOCATION:South Milton
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://southdevon-nl.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Spring-invert-surveying-poster.pdf
ORGANIZER;CN="South Devon National Landscape LotE":MAILTO:lote@southdevon-nl.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260424T184500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260424T211500
DTSTAMP:20260404T132510
CREATED:20260320T081204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T081204Z
UID:13588-1777056300-1777065300@southdevon-nl.org.uk
SUMMARY:Sharpham Trust dusk chorus – a birdsong walk
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nDusk Chorus – a birdsong walk\n  \nExplore the Sharpham Estate – and the sounds of the birdlife here – with expert Mike Langman. \n  \nHe’ll guide & inspire birdsong fans\, from raw beginners to seasoned listeners\, with his observations\, facts and knowledge about our feathered friends\, their habits and habitats. \n  \nAt this time of the year\, many different bird species are returning after overwintering in warmer climes\, and will be in full song establishing their territories and attracting mates. \n  \nSharpham is home to a variety of winged creatures\, from tiny firecrests and blue tits\, to ravens and raptors. \n  \nImportant booking information \n\n\n\nEvent cost £2 – £12\, children go free\nBooking and more information via Sharpham Trust website\n\n\n\n\nKnow before you go\n\nSuitability – this day is for you if you are:\n\nAdult or child of any age and experience\, looking to discover more about birds\nInterested in learning more about the natural world\nA fan of The Great Outdoors\nLooking for a fascinating wildlife event\n\n\nDogs\n\nSorry\, no dogs\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nBinoculars! Although if you don’t have any\, we can supply some\nPaper and pen if you want to take notes\nCamera if you want to take pictures\nHat & warm clothes\nWaterproofs\nGood comfy outdoor shoes or wellies\nSnack – bring a health snack if you get peckish along the way\nBottle of water\n\n\nAccessibility\n\nThe event will be a circular walk\, roughly 2km\, downhill to the river and back up again.\nThe terrain will be on footpaths that may be muddy underfoot and steep in a couple of places.\nUnfortunately it will not be suitable for pushchairs but babes in carriers are welcome\n\n\nParking\n\nIn parking bays behind Sharpham House\n\n\nFacilities\n\nNone\n\n\n\n\nMeeting point\n\nMeet near the parking bays behind Sharpham House TQ9 7UT\nW3W ///wished.cobras.decoding\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://southdevon-nl.org.uk/event/sharpham-trust-dusk-chorus-a-birdsong-walk/
LOCATION:Sharpham estate\, Sharpham Trust\, Totnes\, Devon\, TQ9 7UT\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Sharpham Trust":MAILTO:bookings@sharphamtrust.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260425T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260425T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132510
CREATED:20260319T161818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T161818Z
UID:13586-1777125600-1777132800@southdevon-nl.org.uk
SUMMARY:Coastal Wildlife Walk
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nJoin Devon Wildlife Trust staff and volunteers for a walk along the beautiful South Devon coast\, learning about local plants and animals along the way\n  \nJoin DWT’s local guides on a walk along the beautiful South Devon coast from Wembury Bay. Along the way we will look for birds\, bees and butterflies as well as learn about some of the more common trees and wildflowers we find along the way! There will also be a chance to see some of the amazing and colourful nocturnal insects that call the area home with a look in our moth trap. \n  \nImportant booking information \n\n\n\nBooking required – see Wembury Marine Centre website\n£3 adult\, £2 child\n\nAll children must be accompanied by a paying adult and we suggest this event is most suitable for children aged 8+ years\n\n\nCancellation policy\n\nRefunds will be issued up to 1 day before the event starts\, minus the Eventbrite booking fee.\nIf the event is cancelled by DWT due to poor weather\, you will receive a full refund\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKnow before you go\n\nSuitability\n\nFamilies\, children 8+ (and all children must be accompanied by a paying adult)\, adults\, experts\, beginners\n\n\nDogs\n\nAssistance dogs only\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nComfortable walking shoes\nWear weather appropriate clothing and be prepared for unpredictable weather\nBring hat\, water and suncream\nBring snacks as necessary\n\n\nAccessibility\n\n2 mile walk on the coast path with little shade\nThe path is often narrow and can be uneven underfoot\n\n\nWheelchair access\n\nNo\n\n\n Parking\n\nParking is free for National Trust members\, parking charges apply to non-National Trust members and vary depending on the time of year (please bring correct change or pay by phone).\nThe car park can fill up very quickly on hot\, sunny days so please leave plenty of time to park and aim to arrive at the Marine Centre 10mins before the event starts\n\n\nFacilities\n\nToilets at Wembury Beach\, none along the coast path\n\n\n\n\nMeeting point\n\nWembury Marine Centre\nW3W ///venues.olive.grasp\nAim to arrive 10 minutes before the event start time\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://southdevon-nl.org.uk/event/coastal-wildlife-walk/
LOCATION:Wembury Marine Centre\, Church Road\, Wembury\, Devon\, PL9 0HP\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Devon Wildlife Trust":MAILTO:info@wemburymarinecentre.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260426T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260426T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132510
CREATED:20260402T144346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T144346Z
UID:13725-1777212000-1777219200@southdevon-nl.org.uk
SUMMARY:Life on the Edge Volunteers Conservation Tasks- The Big Bug Count
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \n\n\n\nLife on the Edge – The Big Bug Count\nAre you looking for more opportunities to connect to nature? Or are you trying to pursue a career in conservation and looking for more surveying experience? Why don’t you get involved with the Life on the Edge volunteers at our Big Bug Count! \nOur Conservation Officer\, Sam will lead the session and talk to you about all things invertebrates and the Life on the Edge project. Then you can get stuck in and you will learn how to carry out a really simple flying insect timed count – a FIT count! \nWe will then show you how to use our recording app\, iRecord to log your results\, adding to a national survey of insects over the summer – just in time for No Mow May! \nImportant booking information \n\nThis is a free event however\, car parking charges will apply\nWell behaved dogs on short leads are welcome\nMeet at Berry Head car park\, Brixham TQ9 5AP\n\n\nPre-booking essential via TicketSource\, click on ticket image below.\n\n\n \n\n\n  \n \nThanks to National Lottery players \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://southdevon-nl.org.uk/event/life-on-the-edge-volunteering-conservation-bug-count/
LOCATION:Berry Head National Nature Reserve car park\, Berry Head\, Brixham\, Devon\, TQ5 9AP\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="South Devon National Landscape LotE":MAILTO:lote@southdevon-nl.org.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260427T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260427T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132510
CREATED:20260320T082401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T082401Z
UID:13594-1777284000-1777287600@southdevon-nl.org.uk
SUMMARY:Community Beach Clean - Wembury
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nCommunity Beach Clean – Wembury\n  \nJoin the National Trust on the last Monday of each month to help keep Wembury safe\, clean and tidy with a hot drink after to say thank you. \n  \nImportant booking information \n\n\n\nBooking and more information via National Trust website\nFree event\, donations welcomed\n\n\n\n\nKnow before you go\n\nSuitability\n\nSuitable for children when accompanied by an adult\n\n\nDogs\n\nNo dogs please\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nWear appropriate clothing for the weather and sturdy footwear\nLitter pickers\, bags and bin rings are provided\n\n\nAccessibility\n\nSome uneven ground\, steps and steep in places.\nWembury Beach car park has accessible parking and an accessible toilet.\nPlease contact National Trust to discuss any accessibility needs\n\n\n Parking\n\nWembury beach car park\, charges apply\n\n\nFacilities\n\nToilets in Wembury Marine Centre\nHot drink provided in Wembury Marine Centre afterwards\n\n\n\n\nMeeting point\n\nWembury Beach car park\, PL9 0HP\, outside the Wembury Marine Centre\nW3W ///tester.scornful.afraid\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://southdevon-nl.org.uk/event/community-beach-clean-wembury-2/
LOCATION:Wembury Beach\, Wembury Beach Car Park\, Wembury\, Devon\, PL9 0HP\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260428T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260428T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132510
CREATED:20260228T130454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T142644Z
UID:13317-1777363200-1777372200@southdevon-nl.org.uk
SUMMARY:Life on the Edge Walks Series (13) – Spring Birds (Berry Head)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nJoin us for the latest in our series of walks aimed at helping you discover more about the South Devon National Landscape.\nTake a moment to enjoy the joyful spring sounds. As spring gets into full swing\, our April bird walk\, landing just a few days before International Dawn Chorus Day\, will all be about listening to the melodic sounds of the countryside. Contained around Berry Head National Nature Reserve we will be using the predominantly surfaced footpath network\, including short sections of the South West Coast Path. We will walk along hedgerows and through areas of Devon important Calcareous grassland\, taking time to pause\, look and listen to what birds we can identify. We hope to see resident birds such as Stonechat\, Yellowhammer\, and hopefully the South Devon specialist\, the Cirl bunting. \nThis will be a slightly shorter circular walk of approximately 2 miles to allow plenty of time for stopping and spotting\, and although it will include some small inclines\, is an ‘easy’ grade walk.  Toilets are available at the Guardhouse Cafe. Meeting point for this walk will be Berry Head Nature Reserve carpark (fees apply). \nIf you have them\, please bring a pair of binoculars. For everyone\, make sure you bring a bottle of water\, a snack\, good footwear and weather-appropriate clothing. Well-behaved dogs on leads are welcome. \nWe are running a 7 and a 9-seater van for people who don’t have their own transport\, with pick-ups at Follaton Arboretum\, Totnes (by wooden sign) at 07:05\, and Paignton Asda (adjacent to main entrance) at 07:30. \nImportant booking information \n\nFree event\nPre-booking essential via TicketSource\, click on ticket image below. Note that there is a separate option to book transport.\n\n\n \nWe are unable to carry dogs in these leased vehicle\, sorry. \nLife on the Edge is a Heritage Lottery funded project of South Devon National Landscape – www.southdevon-nl.org.uk \n  \n  \n \nThanks to National Lottery players \n     \n  \n  \n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://southdevon-nl.org.uk/event/life-on-the-edge-walks-series-13-spring-birds-berry-head/
LOCATION:Berry Head National Nature Reserve car park\, Berry Head\, Brixham\, Devon\, TQ5 9AP\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://southdevon-nl.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Walks-Poster-3.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="South Devon National Landscape LotE":MAILTO:lote@southdevon-nl.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260429T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260429T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132510
CREATED:20260319T134719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T134719Z
UID:13436-1777455000-1777462200@southdevon-nl.org.uk
SUMMARY:Little Acorns at National Trust Coleton Fishacre
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nDiscover the magic of the season with your little ones at National Trust Coleton Fishacre\n  \nExplore the garden in the quiet moments before we open to the public\, and take part in lots of creative activities on a welly walk. \n  \nImportant booking information \n\n\n\nWelly walks\, activities and admission are all free\nSuitable for families with children under 5 years old\nBooking not needed\n\n\n\n\nKnow before you go\n\nSuitability\n\nChildren are very welcome when accompanied by an adult\n\n\nDogs\n\nNo dogs please\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nPlease wear weather appropriate clothing and footwear. Be prepared for muddy outdoor play – whatever the weather\n\n\nAccessibility\n\nThe welly walks and activities will take place on accessible and buggy friendly paths\n\n\n Parking\n\nNational Trust car park – free to members\n\n\nFacilities\n\nToilets\nCafe\n\n\nLittle Acorn sessions do not take place during school holidays\n\n\nMeeting point\n\nNational Trust Coleton Fishacre TQ5 0ES\nAs these walks take place before opening hours\, please meet at the Café\nW3W ///onlookers.test.grills\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://southdevon-nl.org.uk/event/little-acorns-at-national-trust-coleton-fishacre-3/
LOCATION:NT Coleton Fishacre\, Brownstone Road\, Kingswear\, Devon\, TQ6 0ED\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260430T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260430T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132510
CREATED:20260123T154932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T081150Z
UID:13068-1777555800-1777566600@southdevon-nl.org.uk
SUMMARY:Life on the Edge volunteers - (4) Brixham Womens Conservation Group
DESCRIPTION:Life on the Edge volunteers spend time in the fresh air\, being active\, meeting new people and making a real difference for nature. Come and join the crew!\n  \nThis Life on the Edge meadow management session with Brixham Womens’ Conservation Group is the fourth in a series of conservation events taking place on the last Thursday of each month\, January – May. \n  \nOn this session we will be hand weeding around hedgerow trees previously planted. \n  \nThis opportunity is open to any woman who has an interest in nature and or who just fancies getting out and about in our amazing landscape! \n  \nImportant booking information\n\nFree event\nPre-booking essential via email to lote@southdevon-nl.org.uk – let us know if you need a LotE van pick-up.\n\nKnow before you go\n\nSuitability\n\nAimed at any women who has an interest in nature or who just fancies getting out in our amazing landscape\nNo experience or particular skills are needed\, just enthusiasm to join in!\n\n\nAccessibility\n\nWe will be doing active work on uneven ground\n\n\n Dogs\n\nSorry\, no dogs on this event\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nWear weather proof clothing and footwear you don’t mind getting dirty.\nTools\, equipment and refreshments are provided\nBags can be left in the LotE van while we are working\n\n\nNeed a lift?\n\nFree transport\, hop on the LotE van adjacent to #12 bus terminus\, central Brixham at 1:10pm.\nPlease say if you wish to have transport when reserving your space\, as van seats are limited\n\n\n\n\nMeeting point (if meeting at the event)\n\nMeeting point Berry Head car park. TQ5 9AP\nW3W: ///later.trip.costly\n\n  \n  \n \nThanks to National Lottery players \n         
URL:https://southdevon-nl.org.uk/event/life-on-the-edge-volunteers-brixham-womens-conservation-group-4/
LOCATION:Berry Head National Nature Reserve car park\, Berry Head\, Brixham\, Devon\, TQ5 9AP\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://southdevon-nl.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/FULL-Brixham-Womens-Conservation-vols-tasks-WinterSpring-26.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="South Devon National Landscape LotE":MAILTO:lote@southdevon-nl.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260501T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260501T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132510
CREATED:20260319T140738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T140738Z
UID:13493-1777631400-1777636800@southdevon-nl.org.uk
SUMMARY:National Trust monthly guided walks by the coast
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nJoin the National Trust volunteer walking team on a free guided walk every month\n  \nPut your best foot forward and join the National Trust Walking Volunteers for a free guided walk near Coleton Fishacre. With clifftop views\, special monuments and a chance to see local wildlife\, there’s a walk to suit everyone. \n  \nJoin the team on the first Friday of each month near Coleton Fishacre\, with walks ranging from accessible and beginner friendly to longer heart pumping hikes. \n  \nImportant booking information \n\n\n\nFree event\nChildren are very welcome when accompanied by an adult\nBooking not needed\n\n\n\n\nKnow before you go\n\nSuitability\n\nChildren are very welcome when accompanied by an adult\n\n\nDogs\n\nWell behaved dogs on short leads are welcome\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nPlease wear weather appropriate clothing and footwear.\n\n\nAccessibility\n\nVaries by walk\, see National Trust website for details\n\n\n Parking\n\nVaries by walk\, see National Trust website for details\n\n\nFacilities\n\nVaries by walk\, see National Trust website for details\n\n\n\n\nMeeting point\n\nVaries by walk. See National Trust website for details\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://southdevon-nl.org.uk/event/national-trust-monthly-guided-walks-by-the-coast/
LOCATION:NT Coleton Fishacre\, Brownstone Road\, Kingswear\, Devon\, TQ6 0ED\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260501T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260501T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132510
CREATED:20260402T082140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T082140Z
UID:13721-1777631400-1777638600@southdevon-nl.org.uk
SUMMARY:Life on the Edge Volunteers and Surveys - (9) Oil Beetle & Bee-fly Surveys
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nLife on the Edge volunteers spend time in the fresh air\, being active\, meeting new people and making a real difference for nature. Come and join the crew!\n  \nCome and join Life on the Edge this Spring to survey the invertebrates of our beautiful coastline and work on your insect identification skills! Starting on February 27th\, we will be going out every Friday from 10.30am to 12.30pm to sites along the coast. We will start our survey season looking for the Black Oil Beetle and Short-necked Oil Beetle\, and as the weather warms up will also survey for the Dark-edged Bee-fly and Dotted Bee-fly. These creatures are useful indicators of a thriving\, species-rich coastal habitat ideal for numerous plant and insect species\, so going out and recording is a vital element of our work to restore these habitats. Your survey results will be uploaded to iRecord\, and will help us to target our nature restoration work to protect and grow their populations. \nSee below for dates and survey locations\, and please get in touch for more information on meeting points and to book your place. We are providing transport in a 9 seater van for those that do not have their own transport\, with pick-ups at Follaton Arboretum in Totnes and en route – please let us know when you sign up if you would like a lift and we will let you know further details. Sorry\, but we are unable to take dogs in the vehicles. \nThis opportunity is open to anyone who has an interest in nature and our coastline\, or wants to get more experience surveying the variety of nature on their doorstep 😊 \n  \n  \nImportant booking information \n\nFree event\nPre-booking essential via email to lote@southdevon-nl.org.uk – contact us to book and for more information on meeting point. Let us know if you would like to use the LotE transport.\n\n  \nKnow before you go \n\nFridays from 10.30am to 12.30pm\nMeeting point / location: See attached poster for survey locations\, and email for further specifics on meeting points and lifts\nWalk distance: approx 3-5km\nAccessibility: this event is taking place on the unsurfaced footpaths and is not suitable for people who might have difficulty in these conditions.\nSorry\, no dogs\nTo bring: weather-appropriate clothing\, sturdy boots\, snacks and drinks. If you have one\, a hand lens and a note pad would be useful.\n\n  \n\nBlack Oil Beetle & Short-Necked Oil Beetle \nFrom early spring in South Devon\, you can find three of the five native UK Oil Beetle species\, Black Oil Beetles (Meloe proscarabaeus)\, Violet Oil Beetles (Meloe violaceus)\, and Short-necked Oil Beetles(Meloe brevicollis) . Both Black and Violet Oil Beetles are relatively widespread in South Devon\, however their abundance does seem to be declining. However\, the Short Necked Oil Beetle has a very restricted\, fragmented range nationally\, with it being equally rare in South Devon being known from one stretch of coast between Bolt Tail and Bolberry Down..   \nViolet Oil Beetles are often found inland in woodland edges\, sunny glades\, and hilly\, unimproved grasslands\, whereas Black Oil Beetles are more commonly found on coastal cliffs and open\, sandy\, or well-drained grasslands. To distinguish between Black and Violet Oil Beetles\, examine the base of the thorax (pronotum). The Violet Oil Beetle has an indented lower edge with a distinct\, sharp\, raised tooth at the base. The Black Oil Beetle has an almost straight lower edge to the thorax with only a small\, rounded\, or almost absent tooth.  \nBlack Oil Beetles have a square thorax and kinked antennae\, and can be up to 30mm in length. Short-necked Oil Beetles are smaller\, up to 24mm long\, and have an oblong shaped thorax resembling a ‘short neck’ with shorter\, straight antennae. Any records of the Short-necked Oil Beetle should be submitted to iRecord with a photo clearly showing the thorax (ideally a dorsal view\, i.e. top-down of its back).  \nBlack\, Violet and Short-necked Oil Beetles are found from March through to June (although can be spotted as early as late February in the milder Devon climate) when the adults emerge to feed and mate. Look near wildflower-rich sites\, patches of bare ground on the coast path that females will burrow into to lay their eggs\, and grassy tussocks that can provide shelter on colder days. Their life cycle is intertwined with that of solitary bees\, so any habitat that is good for solitary bees is a good sign there might be Oil Beetles nearby! \n  \nDark-Edged Bee-Fly and Dotted Bee-Fly\nBee-flies\, although they look like bumblebees\, are actually flies. Their distinctive features are their fuzzy bodies\, long tongues\, and hovering darting flight.  Their tongue – which can be almost half as long as their body – is technically called  a proboscis\, and is used to feed on  nectar from flowers. A good way to tell different species of bee-flies apart is to look at the patterns on their wings.  The Dark-edged Bee-fly (Bombylius major) is a  widespread species to look out for in South Devon from March through to June\, identified by the solid dark band along the front edge of their wings. A rarer species is the Dotted Bee-fly (Bombylius discolor)\, identified by the dark spots on the front edge of their  wings. \nDuring flight\, identification is much harder as their distinctive wing patterning becomes a blur – so if you spot one still\, snap a clear photo and upload a record to iRecord. \nDark-edged Bee-flies can be found throughout South Devon in a variety of open habitats\, including gardens\, grassland\, woodland rides and clearings\, and the coast. The Dotted Bee-fly has more scattered records\, but is most commonly seen between Prawle Point and Start Point. Their life cycle is intertwined with that of solitary bees\, so any habitat that is good for solitary bees is a good place to start looking! \n  \n \nThanks to National Lottery players \n          [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://southdevon-nl.org.uk/event/life-on-the-edge-volunteers-and-surveys-9-oil-beetle-bee-fly-surveys/
LOCATION:Little Dartmouth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://southdevon-nl.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Spring-invert-surveying-poster.pdf
ORGANIZER;CN="South Devon National Landscape LotE":MAILTO:lote@southdevon-nl.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260501T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260501T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132510
CREATED:20260319T152203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T152203Z
UID:13541-1777635000-1777642200@southdevon-nl.org.uk
SUMMARY:Shoresearch Volunteer Survey
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nJoin Devon Wildlife Trust’s Wembury Marine Centre for a Shoresearch Survey\n  \nShoresearch is The Wildlife Trusts’ national citizen science survey of the intertidal shore\, the exciting world of extremes where the sea meets the land. It’s a great way to explore your local coast\, learn more about the wildlife found there and add to our understanding of this important habitat. \n  \nYou will be trained to identify and record the marine life found on our local shores. The data collected by this project helps The Wildlife Trusts to monitor our fragile sea life and better understand the effects of pollution\, climate change and invasive alien species. \n  \nShoresearch data has been key to designating many of our Marine Conservation Zones. For more information on the project\, visit Shoresearch. \n  \nImportant booking information \n\n\n\nFree event (donations to Devon Wildlife Trust welcome)\nBooking required – see Wembury Marine Centre website\nThis event is weather dependent\, so please check your emails the day before in case of cancellation\n\n\n\n\nKnow before you go\n\nSuitability\n\nThis event is aimed mainly at those with an interest in intertidal marine life identification and surveying.\n\n\nDogs\n\nNo – dogs are not allowed on the beach 1st May to 20th September\nAlthough assistance dogs are allowed year round\, the nature of the rocky terrain may make it unsafe for dogs\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nPlease wear weather appropriate clothing and be prepared for unpredictable weather\nWear wellies/sturdy boots – rocks can be sharp so wearing thick-soled\, waterproof footwear with good grip is essential.\n\n\nAccessibility\n\nThe event takes place on the rocky foreshore at Wembury Beach.\nThere are steep unguarded edges along the coast.\nYou should expect to be walking 0.5km over slippery\, seaweed-covered rocks and other uneven ground.\nPlease note\, this activity may not be suitable for those with a mobility impairment\nInstruction s provided verbally by a group leader in English within an outdoor setting where there may be background noise (wind or rain). Printed copies of some information can be made available with advance notice. The event takes place in a popular public place but is not usually crowded. Flash photography may be used by staff and participants. Noise cancelling ear muffs can only be used if the attendee has someone with them who is able to listen and interpret the instructions for them.\n\n\nWheelchair access\n\nNo wheelchair access to beach\n\n\n Parking\n\nParking is free for National Trust members\, parking charges apply to non-National Trust members and vary depending on the time of year (please bring correct change or pay by phone).\n\n\nFacilities\n\nToilets\nShop\nCafe/refreshments\nPicnic area\nDisabled parking\nAccessible toilet\nBaby changing facilities\nBicycle parking\n\n\n\n\nMeeting point\n\nWembury Marine Centre\nW3W ///venues.olive.grasp\nAim to arrive just before the event start time\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://southdevon-nl.org.uk/event/shoresearch-volunteer-survey-3/
LOCATION:Wembury Marine Centre\, Church Road\, Wembury\, Devon\, PL9 0HP\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Devon Wildlife Trust":MAILTO:info@wemburymarinecentre.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T083000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132510
CREATED:20260319T143624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T143624Z
UID:13508-1777797000-1777804200@southdevon-nl.org.uk
SUMMARY:Seaquest Sunday at Wembury Point
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nJoin Devon Wildlife Trust on a monthly sea watch\n  \nJoin Devon Wildlife Trust on the first Sunday of each month\, to learn about Devon’s marine megafauna and how to develop the skills required to effectively ‘sea watch’! \n  \nWe will be joined by enthusiastic local volunteers and sea watch expert\, Paul Burley\, who will show us how to search for cetaceans and sea birds from the land\, as well as learning about their behaviour and fascinating lives at sea. \n  \nWe will collect data as part of Seaquest Southwest\, a citizen science project run by Devon and Cornwall Wildlife Trusts. \n  \nImportant booking information \n\n\n\nFree event (donations to Devon Wildlife Trust welcome)\nBooking required – see Wembury Marine Centre website\nThis event is highly weather dependent\, so please check your emails the day before in case of cancellation\n\n\n\n\nKnow before you go\n\nSuitability\n\nThis event is usually aimed at adults with an interest in marine megafauna\, citizen science and involves standing and watching the sea with binoculars for a period of time\, probably without seeing much\, so it may not be suitable for younger children\n\n\nDogs\n\nWell behaved dogs on short leads are welcome\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nPlease wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy footwear with a good grip\nA pair of binoculars or a telescope if you have them\nA snack\, drink and camping chair\n\n\nAccessibility\n\nThis event requires walking for approximately 10 minutes on a wheelchair/pushchair accessible path before heading up onto the hillside to reach our look out point.\nThe hillside can be uneven and muddy/slippery after wet weather.\n\n\nWheelchair access\n\nYes – there is the option of staying on the smooth\, 3m wide concrete path. Let DWT know when booking.\n\n\n Parking\n\nParking spaces are very limited at Wembury Point National Trust car park (Spring Rd\, PL9 0BA).\nYou can reach Wembury Point via a 35 minute walk along the South West Coast Path from the main Wembury Beach National Trust car park (Church Road\, PL9 0HP)\nBring coins for the NT car park (free to members) or use RingGo\nLocal participants are encouraged to walk or cycle where possible please\n\n\nFacilities\n\nPicnic area\nDisabled parking\nBicycle parking\n\n\n\n\nMeeting point\n\nWembury Point car park\nW3W ///venues.olive.grasp\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://southdevon-nl.org.uk/event/seaquest-sunday-at-wembury-point-2/
LOCATION:Wembury Point car park\, Spring Road\, Wembury\, Devon\, PL9 0BA\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Devon Wildlife Trust":MAILTO:info@wemburymarinecentre.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132510
CREATED:20260319T155349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T155349Z
UID:13572-1777811400-1777816800@southdevon-nl.org.uk
SUMMARY:Rockpool Safari
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nJoin Devon Wildlife Trust staff and volunteers for a guided tour of some of the best rockpools in the UK!\n  \nWembury Bay has long been recognised for its amazing rocky shore environment. In fact\, Wembury is often found on the list of the top rockpooling spots in the UK. \n  \nDWT’s expert team will take you on a guided rockpool safari to meet and learn about some of Wembury’s most famous inhabitants\, from crabs to starfish and everything in between. \n  \nImportant booking information \n\n\n\nBooking required – see Wembury Marine Centre website\nCancellation policy\n\nRefunds will be issued up to 1 day before the event starts\, minus the Eventbrite booking fee.\nIf the event is cancelled by DWT due to poor weather\, you will receive a full refund\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKnow before you go\n\nSuitability\n\nOpen to all ages\, but children must be accompanied by a paying adult\nWe welcome attendees with an interest in finding out more about local marine life and are keen to learn or improve their identification and rockpooling skills.\n\n\nDogs\n\nNo – dogs are not allowed on the beach 1st May to 20th September\nAlthough assistance dogs are allowed year round\, the nature of the rocky terrain may make it unsafe for dogs\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nPlease don’t bring nets – we’ll follow the Seashore Code and use our hands and tubs (tubs provided)\nWear wellies/sturdy shoes that can get wet- rocks can be sharp so wearing thick-soled footwear with good grips is essential\nWear weather appropriate clothing and be prepared for unpredictable weather\nBring snacks and drinks as necessary\n\n\nAccessibility\n\nThe event takes place on Wembury beach and the surrounding rocky foreshore\nInvolves walking a good distance\, 200m+\, over very slippery seaweed covered rocks\, steep paths\, sand\, other uneven ground\nInstruction is provided verbally by a group leader in English within an outdoor setting where there may be background noise (wind or rain). Printed copies of some information can be made available with advance notice. The event takes place in a popular public place but is not usually crowded once we start rockpooling. Flash photography may be used by staff and participants but is not usually noticeable in daylight. Noise cancelling ear muffs can only be used if the attendee has someone with them who is able to listen and interpret the instructions for them.\n\n\nWheelchair access\n\nNo wheelchair access to beach\n\n\n Parking\n\nParking is free for National Trust members\, parking charges apply to non-National Trust members and vary depending on the time of year (please bring correct change or pay by phone).\nThe car park can fill up very quickly on hot\, sunny days so please leave plenty of time to park and aim to arrive at the Marine Centre 10mins before the event starts\n\n\nFacilities\n\nToilets\nShop\nCafe/refreshments\nPicnic area\nDisabled parking\nAccessible toilet\nBaby changing facilities\nBicycle parking\n\n\n\n\nMeeting point\n\nWembury Marine Centre\nW3W ///venues.olive.grasp\nAim to arrive 15 minutes before the event start time\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://southdevon-nl.org.uk/event/rockpool-safari-2/
LOCATION:Wembury Marine Centre\, Church Road\, Wembury\, Devon\, PL9 0HP\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Devon Wildlife Trust":MAILTO:info@wemburymarinecentre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260506T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260506T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132510
CREATED:20260319T134742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T134742Z
UID:13435-1778059800-1778067000@southdevon-nl.org.uk
SUMMARY:Little Acorns at National Trust Coleton Fishacre
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nDiscover the magic of the season with your little ones at National Trust Coleton Fishacre\n  \nExplore the garden in the quiet moments before we open to the public\, and take part in lots of creative activities on a welly walk. \n  \nImportant booking information \n\n\n\nWelly walks\, activities and admission are all free\nSuitable for families with children under 5 years old\nBooking not needed\n\n\n\n\nKnow before you go\n\nSuitability\n\nChildren are very welcome when accompanied by an adult\n\n\nDogs\n\nNo dogs please\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nPlease wear weather appropriate clothing and footwear. Be prepared for muddy outdoor play – whatever the weather\n\n\nAccessibility\n\nThe welly walks and activities will take place on accessible and buggy friendly paths\n\n\n Parking\n\nNational Trust car park – free to members\n\n\nFacilities\n\nToilets\nCafe\n\n\nLittle Acorn sessions do not take place during school holidays\n\n\nMeeting point\n\nNational Trust Coleton Fishacre TQ5 0ES\nAs these walks take place before opening hours\, please meet at the Café\nW3W ///onlookers.test.grills\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://southdevon-nl.org.uk/event/little-acorns-at-national-trust-coleton-fishacre-4/
LOCATION:NT Coleton Fishacre\, Brownstone Road\, Kingswear\, Devon\, TQ6 0ED\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132510
CREATED:20260402T150121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T150121Z
UID:13728-1778409000-1778425200@southdevon-nl.org.uk
SUMMARY:Life on the Edge Volunteers Conservation Tasks - Bee Posts
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nLife on the Edge volunteers spend time in the fresh air\, being active\, meeting new people and making a real difference for nature. Come and join the crew!\n  \nHelp us to install our new carved posts complete with bee habitat for our rare solitary mining bees! \nPick ups Follaton House 9.30am\,  9:45 Avon Inn car park \nMeet at Wembury beach car park\, Wembury PL9 0AU  \nThis opportunity is open to anyone who has an interest in nature and our coastline\, or wants to get more experience helping the variety of nature on their doorstep 😊 \n  \nImportant event information \n\nPre-booking essential via email to lote@southdevon-nl.org.uk – contact us to book and for more information. Let us know if you would like to use the LotE transport.\nThis is a practical conservation task working outside\, so please wear suitable clothing and footwear. \nFree event\nSorry\, no dogs\n\n  \n \nThanks to National Lottery players \n          [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://southdevon-nl.org.uk/event/life-on-the-edge-volunteers-conservation-tasks-bee-posts/
LOCATION:Devon
ORGANIZER;CN="South Devon National Landscape LotE":MAILTO:lote@southdevon-nl.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260513T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260513T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132510
CREATED:20260319T134748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T134748Z
UID:13434-1778664600-1778671800@southdevon-nl.org.uk
SUMMARY:Little Acorns at National Trust Coleton Fishacre
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nDiscover the magic of the season with your little ones at National Trust Coleton Fishacre\n  \nExplore the garden in the quiet moments before we open to the public\, and take part in lots of creative activities on a welly walk. \n  \nImportant booking information \n\n\n\nWelly walks\, activities and admission are all free\nSuitable for families with children under 5 years old\nBooking not needed\n\n\n\n\nKnow before you go\n\nSuitability\n\nChildren are very welcome when accompanied by an adult\n\n\nDogs\n\nNo dogs please\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nPlease wear weather appropriate clothing and footwear. Be prepared for muddy outdoor play – whatever the weather\n\n\nAccessibility\n\nThe welly walks and activities will take place on accessible and buggy friendly paths\n\n\n Parking\n\nNational Trust car park – free to members\n\n\nFacilities\n\nToilets\nCafe\n\n\nLittle Acorn sessions do not take place during school holidays\n\n\nMeeting point\n\nNational Trust Coleton Fishacre TQ5 0ES\nAs these walks take place before opening hours\, please meet at the Café\nW3W ///onlookers.test.grills\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://southdevon-nl.org.uk/event/little-acorns-at-national-trust-coleton-fishacre-5/
LOCATION:NT Coleton Fishacre\, Brownstone Road\, Kingswear\, Devon\, TQ6 0ED\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132510
CREATED:20260403T145537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T145537Z
UID:13757-1778925600-1778932800@southdevon-nl.org.uk
SUMMARY:Family Bug Hunt - Drop-in Day
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nDiscover the wonderful world of bugs at Bolberry Down!\nPlanning the perfect family day out? Come and join the LotE team at Bolberry Down! \nExplore the meadows at Bolberry and see who is crawling and buzzing around the flowers\, then have a go at a bug craft to take home with you!  \nDrop in anytime and stay as long as you like!   \n  \nEvent Information \n\nDrop in anytime 10am – 12pm\nMeet at the LotE gazebo on the meadow (sign-posted from the carpark)\nBolberry Down\, TQ7 3DY \n\n  \n \nThanks to National Lottery players \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://southdevon-nl.org.uk/event/drop-in-family-bug-hunt/
LOCATION:Bolberry Down\, Near Hope Cove\, Kingsbridge\, Devon\, TQ7 3DY\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="South Devon National Landscape":MAILTO:enquiries@southdevon-nl.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132510
CREATED:20260319T154135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T154135Z
UID:13557-1778929200-1778936400@southdevon-nl.org.uk
SUMMARY:Extreme Rockpool Safari
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nJoin Devon Wildlife Trust staff and volunteers for an extreme rockpool safari!\n  \nJoin Devon Wildlife Trust on an extremely low tide to explore Wembury’s most amazing rockpools\, rarely uncovered by the tide! \n  \nImportant booking information \n\n\n\nBooking required – see Wembury Marine Centre website\nCancellation policy\n\nRefunds will be issued up to 1 day before the event starts\, minus the Eventbrite booking fee.\nIf the event is cancelled by DWT due to poor weather\, you will receive a full refund\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKnow before you go\n\nSuitability\n\nFamilies\, children 7+ (and all children must be accompanied by a paying adult)\, adults\, experts\, beginners\nWe welcome attendees with an interest in finding out more about local marine life and are keen to learn or improve their identification and rockpooling skills.\n\n\nDogs\n\nNo – dogs are not allowed on the beach 1st May to 20th September\nAlthough assistance dogs are allowed year round\, the nature of the rocky terrain may make it unsafe for dogs\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nPlease don’t bring nets – we’ll follow the Seashore Code and use our hands and tubs (tubs provided)\nWear wellies/sturdy shoes that can get wet- rocks can be sharp so wearing thick-soled footwear with good grips is essential\nWear weather appropriate clothing and be prepared for unpredictable weather\nWe will be out for up to 2 hours; therefore\, conditions can change and be different out on the shore than inland\nBring snacks and drinks as necessary\n\n\nAccessibility\n\nThe event takes place on Wembury beach and the surrounding rocky foreshore\nInvolves walking a good distance\, 200m+\, over very slippery seaweed covered rocks\, steep paths\, sand\, other uneven ground and in deeper rockpools\nInstruction is provided verbally by a group leader in English within an outdoor setting where there may be background noise. Printed copies of some information can be made available with advance notice. The event takes place in a popular public place but is not usually crowded once we start rockpooling. Flash photography may be used by staff and participants but is not usually noticeable in daylight. Noise cancelling ear muffs can only be used if the attendee has someone with them who is able to listen and interpret the instructions for them.\n\n\nWheelchair access\n\nNo wheelchair access to beach\n\n\n Parking\n\nParking is free for National Trust members\, parking charges apply to non-National Trust members and vary depending on the time of year (please bring correct change or pay by phone).\nThe car park can fill up very quickly on hot\, sunny days so please leave plenty of time to park and aim to arrive at the Marine Centre 15mins before the event starts\n\n\nFacilities\n\nToilets\nShop\nCafe/refreshments\nPicnic area\nDisabled parking\nAccessible toilet\nBaby changing facilities\nBicycle parking\n\n\n\n\nMeeting point\n\nWembury Marine Centre\nW3W ///venues.olive.grasp\nAim to arrive 15 minutes before the event start time\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://southdevon-nl.org.uk/event/extreme-rockpool-safari-5/
LOCATION:Wembury Marine Centre\, Church Road\, Wembury\, Devon\, PL9 0HP\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Devon Wildlife Trust":MAILTO:info@wemburymarinecentre.org
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