South Devon National Landscape

Life on the Edge at Wembury Fayre
2026-07-04 12:00 - 16:00 (Europe/London) | Devon
Life on the Edge at Wembury Fayre
Come and find us at Wembury summer fair where we will have meadow inspired games, crafts and maybe some bug hunts!
Meet at Wembury school, Wembury, PL9 0EB

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Snorkel Safari
2026-07-04 13:00 - 15:30, 2026-07-11 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-07-18 13:00 - 15:30 | Wembury Marine Centre, Church Road, Wembury, Devon, PL9 0HP, United Kingdom
Join the Devon Wildlife Trust snorkel team for an underwater tour of stunning Wembury Bay!

DWT’s fully qualified BSAC Snorkel Instructors will cover basic snorkelling techniques, followed by a guided snorkel around Wembury Bay’s famous rocky reefs, searching for and identifying underwater marine life as we go! We always follow our Seashore Code ethos of enjoying and respecting marine life through observation without disturbing.

Changing time and an introductory talk in the Marine Centre is included in the 2.5 hour event time – we are usually in the water for around 1 hour.

Important booking information

Booking required – see Wembury Marine Centre website
Cancellation policy

You will be eligible for a refund if you cancel more than 7 days before the event, but please note the Eventbrite booking fee will be deducted. Please request a refund via Eventbrite if you wish to cancel or email DWT. Any cancellation made within 7 days of the event is not eligible for a refund
If the event is cancelled by DWT due to severe weather, you will receive a full refund

Snorkelling equipment requires £20 cash deposit per person on the day

Know before you go

Suitability

Children aged 8+ and adults, including beginners who would like to learn how to snorkel, or more advanced snorkellers who would enjoy the company of a group
Parents/guardians of children snorkelling must stay on the shore to meet them when they exit the water. If you would like to join your child in the water and experience our stunning underwater world, then you will also need to purchase a ticket.
All participants must be competent swimmers
Snorkelling in open water is an activity which requires general physical fitness and good health. Please contact DWT before booking if you/your child has a history of diabetes, epilepsy (blackouts), perforated eardrums, high blood pressure, or any lung/respiratory disorder, including previously testing positive for COVID-19. You will need to complete and sign a medical disclaimer to this effect before the event

Dogs

No dogs permitted

What to bring

Full kit can be provided and is included in the cost, but a £20 cash deposit per person is required on the day, which will be returned provided no kit is lost or damaged.
If you plan to bring your own gear, then we recommend a 5mm full length wetsuit and separate snorkel and mask (not a full face snorkel)
Beach shoes/wetsuit boots (not crocs)
Swimming shorts/costumes & rash vest (if you have one)
Towel
Warm clothing for after snorkelling
Snacks and drinks as necessary
Any medication (please make staff aware beforehand)

Mobility

You must be a competent swimmer

Wheelchair access

No

Parking

National Trust car parking charges apply at Wembury Beach car park (Coins or pay by phone). Free to NT members.
The beach 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 Centre 15mins before the event starts

Facilities

Café on site which sells pasties, sandwiches etc
Toilets
Shop
Picnic area
Accessible toilet
Baby changing facilities
Disabled parking
Bicycle parking

Meeting point

Wembury Marine Centre
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Aim to arrive 15 minutes before the event start time

Seaquest Sunday at Wembury Point
2026-07-05 08:30 - 10:30 | Wembury Point car park, Spring Road, Wembury, Devon, PL9 0BA, United Kingdom
Join Devon Wildlife Trust on a monthly sea watch

Join 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’!

We 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.

We will collect data as part of Seaquest Southwest, a citizen science project run by Devon and Cornwall Wildlife Trusts.

Important booking information

Free event (donations to Devon Wildlife Trust welcome)
Booking required – see Wembury Marine Centre website
This event is highly weather dependent, so please check your emails the day before in case of cancellation

Know before you go

Suitability

This 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

Dogs

Well behaved dogs on short leads are welcome

What to bring

Please wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy footwear with a good grip
A pair of binoculars or a telescope if you have them
A snack, drink and camping chair

Accessibility

This 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.
The hillside can be uneven and muddy/slippery after wet weather.

Wheelchair access

Yes – there is the option of staying on the smooth, 3m wide concrete path. Let DWT know when booking.

Parking

Parking spaces are very limited at Wembury Point National Trust car park (Spring Rd, PL9 0BA).
You 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)
Bring coins for the NT car park (free to members) or use RingGo
Local participants are encouraged to walk or cycle where possible please

Facilities

Picnic area
Disabled parking
Bicycle parking

Meeting point

Wembury Point car park
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Life on the Edge at Galmpton Gooseberry Fair
2026-07-05 11:30 - 17:00 | Devon
Life on the Edge at Galmpton Gooseberry Fair
Come and find us at Galmpton’s Goosberry Fair on National Meadows Day, where we will have meadow inspired games, crafts and displays!
Meet at Warborough Common, Galmpton, TQ5 0PG

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National Trust farm walk - Ringmore
2026-07-06 18:00 - 19:30 | NT Ayrmer Cove car park, Ringmore, Kingsbridge, Devon, TQ7 4HW, United Kingdom
Join a National Trust ranger for a guided tour of Lower Manor Farm, an important working coastal farm

Join the National Trust ranger for a 5km guided tour of this important and stunning coastal farm. This is an opportunity to learn more about the work that the Trust and the tenants are carrying out to improve this farm for wildlife.

Important booking information

Free event, booking essential southdevon@nationaltrust.org.uk

Know before you go

Suitability

Adults and children aged 14+. All children to be accompanied by an adult.

Dogs

No dogs please

What to bring

Wear weather appropriate clothing. It is an exposed farm so bring layers, suncream, etc.
Wear sturdy footwear suitable for uneven ground
Bring a drink and snack

Accessibility

The walk is between 4-5 km at a steady pace, with plenty of stops.
The ground is steep and uneven in places

Parking

National Trust car park, charges apply (free to members)

Facilities

No toilets or refreshments on site. Nearest toilets are located at Lower Beach Car Park, Bigbury-on-Sea, Kingsbridge TQ7 4AS

Meeting point

National Trust car park, Ayrmer Cove, Ringmore, TQ7 4HW
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Little Acorns at National Trust Coleton Fishacre
2026-07-08 09:30 - 11:30, 2026-07-15 09:30 - 11:30 | NT Coleton Fishacre, Brownstone Road, Kingswear, Devon, TQ6 0ED, United Kingdom
Discover the magic of the season with your little ones at National Trust Coleton Fishacre

Explore the garden in the quiet moments before we open to the public, and take part in lots of creative activities on a welly walk.

Important booking information

Welly walks, activities and admission are all free
Suitable for families with children under 5 years old
Booking not needed

Know before you go

Suitability

Children are very welcome when accompanied by an adult

Dogs

No dogs please

What to bring

Please wear weather appropriate clothing and footwear. Be prepared for muddy outdoor play – whatever the weather

Accessibility

The welly walks and activities will take place on accessible and buggy friendly paths

Parking

National Trust car park – free to members

Facilities

Toilets
Cafe

Little Acorn sessions do not take place during school holidays

Meeting point

National Trust Coleton Fishacre TQ5 0ES
As these walks take place before opening hours, please meet at the Café
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Life on the Edge Volunteers Conservation Tasks - Seed Harvesting & Meadows
2026-07-11 10:30 - 15:00 | Ash Rescue Centre, Ash Rescue Centre, Dartmouth, Devon, TQ6 0LR, United Kingdom
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!

Explore the wonderful meadows at Ash Rescue Centre and help harvest some seed for use across the project!
Pick up at Follaton House at 9.50am
Meet at Ash Rescue Centre, Dartmouth, TQ6 0LR
This 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 😊

Important event information

Pre-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.
This is a practical conservation task working outside, so please wear suitable clothing and footwear.
Free event
Sorry, no dogs

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Life on the Edge - Family Bug Hunt
2026-07-12 14:00 - 16:00 | NT Coleton Camp, Kingswear, Dartmouth, Devon, TQ6 0EQ, United Kingdom
Life on the Edge – Family Bug Hunt
Explore some of the fields at Coleton Barton Farm and see how we are working with them to improve the land for wildlife.
There will also be some time for a bug hunt along the way!

Important booking information

Free event, but booking essential.
Short walk over farm fields, not suitable for buggies.
Meet at Coleton Camp carpark (Nr. Coleton Fishacre) .

Pre-booking essential via TicketSource, click on ticket image below.

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National Trust farm walk - Scobbiscombe
2026-07-13 18:00 - 19:30 | Scobbiscombe Farm, Kingston, Kingsbridge, Devon, TQ7 4AS, United Kingdom
Join a National Trust ranger for a guided tour of Lower Manor Farm, an important working coastal farm

Join the National Trust ranger for a guided tour of this important and stunning coastal farm. This is an opportunity to learn more about the work that the Trust and the tenants are carrying out to improve this farm for wildlife.

Important booking information

Free event, booking essential southdevon@nationaltrust.org.uk

Know before you go

Suitability

Adults and children aged 14+. All children to be accompanied by an adult.

Dogs

No dogs please

What to bring

Wear weather appropriate clothing. It is an exposed farm so bring layers, suncream, etc.
Wear sturdy footwear suitable for uneven ground
Bring a drink and snack

Accessibility

The walk is approx. 5 – 6 km, at a steady pace, with plenty of stops.
The ground is steep and uneven in places

Parking

On site parking

Facilities

No toilets or refreshments on site. Nearest toilets are located at Lower Beach Car Park, Bigbury-on-Sea, Kingsbridge TQ7 4AS

Meeting point

Scobbiscombe Farm, Kingston, Kingsbridge,TQ7 4EU
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Man Sands summer bird and natural history walk
2026-07-15 09:00 - 12:30 | Man Sands NT car park, Man Sands NT car park, Kingswear, Devon, TQ6 0EF, United Kingdom
Man Sands summer bird and natural history walk

A guided natural history walk down to the beach and marsh searching for a fantastic variety of birds, insects and other wildlife including the local speciality Wall Lizards. We might even see dolphins offshore!

Important booking information

Cost £15 adult, £8 child
Booking essential
For further information and to book, see website
Cancellation

Administration fees will be applied for a cancellation of a walk booking. See website for details.

Know before you go

Dogs

No

What to bring

Wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy footwear
Bring binoculars if you have them
Bring a drink and snack

Accessibility

2 mile walk, steep in places, but always on footpaths

Parking

Man Sands National Trust car park – free to members

Facilities

None

Meeting point

Man Sands National Trust car park
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Cyanotype Crafting Workshop
2026-07-16 10:30 - 13:00 | Wembury Marine Centre, Church Road, Wembury, Devon, PL9 0HP, United Kingdom
Join Devon Wildlife Trust on a Cyanotype Crafting Workshop

Join Devon Wildlife Trust and make something unique and beautiful at Wembury Marine Centre using materials from the beach while learning about local marine life.

If 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!

Using the intricate shapes of seaweed and a little bit of chemistry to make beautiful pieces of artwork that you can take home with you.

We’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.

Important booking information

£12.50, booking required- see Wembury Marine Centre website
Aim to arrive 15 minutes before event start time

Know before you go

Dogs

Assistance dogs only

What to bring

While 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

Accessibility

The 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.

Wheelchair access

With prior notice, let DWT know when booking.

Parking

Wembury Beach car park is owned by the National Trust and parking costs £6/day for non-members.
Please bring correct change with you as cards are not accepted and there is very little signal to pay by phone

Facilities

Toilets including accessible toilet in Wembury Marine Centre
Baby changing facilities
Cafe / refreshments
Picnic area
Disabled parking
Bicycle parking

Meeting point

Wembury Marine Centre
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Please aim to arrive 15 minutes before event start time

Shoresearch Volunteer Survey
2026-07-17 13:30 - 15:30 | Wembury Marine Centre, Church Road, Wembury, Devon, PL9 0HP, United Kingdom
Join Devon Wildlife Trust’s Wembury Marine Centre for a Shoresearch Survey

Shoresearch 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.

You 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.

Shoresearch data has been key to designating many of our Marine Conservation Zones. For more information on the project, visit Shoresearch.

Important booking information

Free event (donations to Devon Wildlife Trust welcome)
Booking required – see Wembury Marine Centre website
This event is weather dependent, so please check your emails the day before in case of cancellation

Know before you go

Suitability

This event is aimed mainly at those with an interest in intertidal marine life identification and surveying.

Dogs

No – dogs are not allowed on the beach 1st May to 20th September
Although assistance dogs are allowed year round, the nature of the rocky terrain may make it unsafe for dogs

What to bring

Please wear weather appropriate clothing and be prepared for unpredictable weather
Wear wellies/sturdy boots – rocks can be sharp so wearing thick-soled, waterproof footwear with good grip is essential.

Accessibility

The event takes place on the rocky foreshore at Wembury Beach.
There are steep unguarded edges along the coast.
You should expect to be walking 0.5km over slippery, seaweed-covered rocks and other uneven ground.
Please note, this activity may not be suitable for those with a mobility impairment
Instruction 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.

Wheelchair access

No wheelchair access to beach

Parking

Parking 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).

Facilities

Toilets
Shop
Cafe/refreshments
Picnic area
Disabled parking
Accessible toilet
Baby changing facilities
Bicycle parking

Meeting point

Wembury Marine Centre
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Aim to arrive just before the event start time

Rockpool Safari
2026-07-19 14:30 - 16:00 | Wembury Marine Centre, Church Road, Wembury, Devon, PL9 0HP, United Kingdom
Join Devon Wildlife Trust staff and volunteers for a guided tour of some of the best rockpools in the UK!

Wembury 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.

DWT’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.

Important booking information

Booking required – see Wembury Marine Centre website
Cancellation policy

Refunds will be issued up to 1 day before the event starts, minus the Eventbrite booking fee.
If the event is cancelled by DWT due to poor weather, you will receive a full refund

Know before you go

Suitability

Open to all ages, but children must be accompanied by a paying adult
We 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.

Dogs

No – dogs are not allowed on the beach 1st May to 20th September
Although assistance dogs are allowed year round, the nature of the rocky terrain may make it unsafe for dogs

What to bring

Please don’t bring nets – we’ll follow the Seashore Code and use our hands and tubs (tubs provided)
Wear wellies/sturdy shoes that can get wet- rocks can be sharp so wearing thick-soled footwear with good grips is essential
Wear weather appropriate clothing and be prepared for unpredictable weather
Bring snacks and drinks as necessary

Accessibility

The event takes place on Wembury beach and the surrounding rocky foreshore
Involves walking a good distance, 200m+, over very slippery seaweed covered rocks, steep paths, sand, other uneven ground
Instruction 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.

Wheelchair access

No wheelchair access to beach

Parking

Parking 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).
The 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

Facilities

Toilets
Shop
Cafe/refreshments
Picnic area
Disabled parking
Accessible toilet
Baby changing facilities
Bicycle parking

Meeting point

Wembury Marine Centre
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Aim to arrive 15 minutes before the event start time

National Marine Week Snorkel Safari
2026-07-25 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-08-01 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-08-08 09:30 - 12:00 | Wembury Marine Centre, Church Road, Wembury, Devon, PL9 0HP, United Kingdom

Life on the Edge Walks Series (16) – The Dart Estuary (from Kingswear)
2026-07-28 10:00 - 14:00 | Fore Street, Kingswear, TQ6 0AD
Join us for the latest in our series of walks aimed at helping you discover more about the South Devon National Landscape.
This will be a lovely walk from the village of Kingswear. We shall be following the Eastern bank of the Dart Estuary until Long Wood, near Noss-on-Dart. We’ll then return to Kingswear, via a different, somewhat parallel, path . Our Estuaries Officer, Nigel, will be leading us and helping to bring alive the varied views of the main estuary, a hidden secret creek and the native woodland. This is a moderate walk of about 5 ½ miles, with some muddy, uneven and unsurfaced stretches of footpath – expect some short steep inclines & declines. The meeting point for the walk will be The Banjo, on the pavement at the Brixham Road junction, opposite Kingswear Village Stores. There are public toilets in Kingswear Square. There is paid parking using the Darthaven Marina carpark, or you can park in Dartmouth and get a lower ferry across. Look out for your leaders in South Devon National Landscape branded clothing. This walk is slightly longer than others in our series, expect to be back in Kingswear at around 2pm.
Bring a bottle of water, a packed lunch/snack, good footwear and weather-appropriate clothing. Dogs on leads are welcome if making your own way there, however if booking our transport option, we are unable to take dogs in the vehicles.
We are running a 7 and a 9-seater van for people who don’t have their own transport, with pick-ups Follaton Arboretum, Totnes (by wooden sign) at 09:10, or Paignton Asda (adjacent to the main entrance) at 09:35.
Important booking information

Free event
Pre-booking essential via TicketSource, click on ticket image below. Note that there is a separate option to book transport.

Life on the Edge is a Heritage Lottery funded project of South Devon National Landscape – www.southdevon-nl.org.uk

Thanks to National Lottery players

National Marine Week Tots & Toddlers Rockpool Safari
2026-07-29 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-02 14:00 - 15:00 | Wembury Marine Centre, Church Road, Wembury, Devon, PL9 0HP, United Kingdom
Join Devon Wildlife Trust staff and volunteers for a mini rockpools safari aimed at tots and toddlers

This event is an introduction to rockpooling, aimed at preschool aged children (4 years and under) and all children must be accompanied by an adult.

Important booking information

Booking required – see Wembury Marine Centre website
Cancellation policy

Refunds will be issued up to 1 day before the event starts, minus the Eventbrite booking fee.
If the event is cancelled by DWT due to poor weather, you will receive a full refund

Know before you go

Suitability

Families, Children, Beginners. All children must be accompanied by an adult

Dogs

No – dogs are not allowed on the beach 1st May to 20th September

What to bring

Please don’t bring nets – we’ll follow the Seashore Code and use our hands and tubs (tubs provided)
Wear wellies/water shoes
Wear weather appropriate clothing and be prepared for unpredictable weather
Bring snacks and drinks as necessary

Accessibility

The event takes place on Wembury beach and the surrounding rocky foreshore
Involves walking over slippery, uneven terrain and seaweed covered rocks

Wheelchair access

No wheelchair access to beach

Parking

Parking 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).
The 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

Facilities

Toilets
Shop
Cafe/refreshments
Picnic area
Disabled parking
Accessible toilet
Baby changing facilities
Bicycle parking

Meeting point

Wembury Marine Centre
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Aim to arrive 15 minutes before the event start time

Night-time Rockpool Safari
2026-07-29 22:00 - 23:30 | Wembury Marine Centre, Church Road, Wembury, Devon, PL9 0HP, United Kingdom
Join Devon Wildlife Trust staff and volunteers for a guided rockpool safari by torchlight!

Wembury 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.

DWT’s expert team will take you on a guided rockpool safari by torchlight to meet some of Wembury’s most famous inhabitants, and to see what they get up to after dark.

Important booking information

Booking required – see Wembury Marine Centre website
Cancellation policy

Refunds will be issued up to 1 day before the event starts, minus the Eventbrite booking fee.
If the event is cancelled by DWT due to poor weather, you will receive a full refund

Know before you go

Suitability

Children must be aged 8+ years to take part and all children must be accompanied by a paying adult

Check-in / check-out

All participants must check in on arrival and check out when the event is finished and an emergency contact will also be required

Dogs

No dogs permitted
Although assistance dogs are allowed all year round. However, the rocky terrain may not be safe for them

What to bring

It is essential that each participant brings their own torch/head torch
Wear bright/high-vis clothing. High vis jackets provided for those who require one
Mobile phone
Wear wellies/sturdy shoes that can get wet- rocks can be sharp so wearing thick-soled footwear with good grips is essential
Wear weather appropriate clothing and be prepared for unpredictable weather
Leave rockpool nets at home as we follow the Seashore Code and use our hands and buckets instead (tubs provided)
Bring snacks and drinks as necessary

Accessibility

The event takes place on Wembury beach and the surrounding rocky foreshore
Involves walking a good distance, 200m+, over very slippery seaweed covered rocks, steep paths, sand, other uneven ground
There are steep unguarded edges along the coast
Instruction 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.
There is accessible parking at the centre but no wheelchair access to the beach. There are accessible toilets at the start point but the group will be a 15-minute walk away from these during the event

Wheelchair access

No wheelchair access to beach

Facilities

Toilets
Disabled parking
Accessible toilet

Meeting point

Wembury Marine Centre
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Aim to arrive at 9:15pm to check-in

National Marine Week Rockpool Safari
2026-07-30 13:00 - 14:30, 2026-07-31 12:30 - 14:00 | Wembury Marine Centre, Church Road, Wembury, Devon, PL9 0HP, United Kingdom

Life on the Edge volunteers - (7) Brixham Womens Conservation Group
2026-07-30 13:30 - 16:30 | Berry Head National Nature Reserve car park, Berry Head, Brixham, Devon, TQ5 9AP, United Kingdom
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!
Our women’s conservation group meet once a month around the Brixham area.
It is a friendly group and open to any women (non-binary and trans folk welcome) from beginners to seasoned volunteers!
We provide the equipment, guidance and ever important brews and biscuits. Book your free place (Car park charges may apply) by emailing lote@southdevon-nl.org.uk

Important booking information

Free event
Pre-booking essential via email to lote@southdevon-nl.org.uk – let us know if you need a LotE van pick-up.
Meet at Berry Head car park, Brixham TQ9 5AP

Know before you go

Suitability

Aimed at any women who has an interest in nature or who just fancies getting out in our amazing landscape (trans and non-binary folk welcome)
No experience or particular skills are needed, just enthusiasm to join in!

Accessibility

We will be doing active work on uneven ground

Dogs

Sorry, no dogs on this event

What to bring

Wear weather proof clothing and footwear you don’t mind getting dirty.
Tools, equipment and refreshments are provided
Bags can be left in the LotE van while we are working

Need a lift?

Free transport, hop on the LotE van ! Pick up is from the #12 bus terminal, central Brixham at 1:10pm.
Please say if you wish to have transport when reserving your space, as van seats are limited

Thanks to National Lottery players

National Marine Week Seaquest Sunday at Wembury Point
2026-08-02 08:30 - 10:30 | Wembury Point car park, Spring Road, Wembury, Devon, PL9 0BA, United Kingdom

Walk - Dart Estuary Saltmarsh & Reedbeds
2026-08-02 10:00 - 12:00 | Steam Packet Inn, St Peter's Quay, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 5EW, United Kingdom
Walk – Dart Estuary Saltmarsh & Reedbeds

Join South Devon National Landscape’s Estuary Officer Nigel Mortimer, a marine biologist, for a reasonably gentle walk following down the top of the western Dart estuary shore, taking in the views down the estuary and down into the Sharpham Marsh Reedbed on a dedicated boardwalk (dogs not allowed within reedbed).
Along the way, we shall discuss the ecology of the estuary, its marshes and mudflats; why they are important to us too and how the Dart Saltmarsh Restoration Project is working within the community to conserve them.

Important booking information

Free event
Pre-booking essential via TicketSource, click on ticket image below.

Know before you go

Dogs

Well behaved dogs on short leads are welcome BUT are not allowed at all in the Sharpham Marsh reedbeds

Mobility

Around a 3 mile walk, mostly along the surfaced walk/cycle track.
Path surface is mainly good – some unsurfaced length within the marsh – some reasonably steep sections

What to bring

Please dress for the weather (or dress for worse than forecast weather – better to be prepared!)
Wear supportive, sturdy footwear that can get wet
Bring water (and snacks if required)

Parking

SHDC car parks in Totnes, nearest is Victoria Street (300m)
Do NOT park in the small Steam Packet Inn car park please

Facilities

All facilities available in nearby Totnes (500m from start point)
Toilets 600m

Meeting point

On pavement beside the Steam Packet Inn, Totnes (please do not park in their car park)
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National Trust monthly guided walks by the coast
2026-08-07 10:30 - 12:30 | NT Coleton Fishacre, Brownstone Road, Kingswear, Devon, TQ6 0ED, United Kingdom
Join the National Trust volunteer walking team on a free guided walk every month

Put 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.

Join 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.

Important booking information

Free event
Children are very welcome when accompanied by an adult
Booking not needed

Know before you go

Suitability

Children are very welcome when accompanied by an adult

Dogs

Well behaved dogs on short leads are welcome

What to bring

Please wear weather appropriate clothing and footwear.

Accessibility

Varies by walk, see National Trust website for details

Parking

Varies by walk, see National Trust website for details

Facilities

Varies by walk, see National Trust website for details

Meeting point

Varies by walk. See National Trust website for details

Life on the Edge Volunteers and Surveys - Hornet Robberflies
2026-08-07 10:30 - 15:30 | Holbeton
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!

Come and join Life on the Edge this Spring to survey our target invertebrate species and work on your insect identification skills! We will be surveying for oil beetles, bee-flies, silver-studded blue butterflies and more! 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.
See 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.
This 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 😊

Important information

Free event
Pre-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.
Pick ups – Follaton House, Totnes 9.30am & Poundwell meadow car park Modbury 10am

Know before you go

Fridays from 10.30 to 15.30
Meeting point / location: See attached poster for survey locations, and email for further specifics on meeting points and lifts
Walk distance: approx 3-5km
Accessibility: this event is taking place on the unsurfaced footpaths and is not suitable for people who might have difficulty in these conditions.
Sorry, no dogs
To bring: weather-appropriate clothing, sturdy boots, snacks and drinks. If you have one, a hand lens and a note pad would be useful.

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