The East Devon District Council Countryside Team manage 10 nature reserves and 19 miles of South West Coast Path, carrying out practical conservation work to protect local wildlife.
With the environment and conservation at our core, we support 150+ volunteers, run outdoor learning sessions, and host exciting events with partners.
Latest News
A Week in the Life of Our Work Experience Student
We recently had the pleasure of welcoming a fantastic work experience student, Elena, to our team - and what a week it was!
16 Feb 2026 07:00
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A rare hoverfly spotted in Devon: a possible new arrival to Britain
During a spring field trip to one of our nature reserves, Holyford Woods in East Devon, members of the Devon Fly Group made an exciting discovery: a hoverfly species never confirmed in Britain!
03 Feb 2026 08:00
Read MoreFeatured Events
Read more about Willow Heart Planter Workshop
Willow Heart Planter Workshop
14 Feb 2026
Why not celebrate Valentine’s Day by exploring your creative side at a Willow Craft workshop?
Read more about Willow Bulrush Workshop
Willow Bulrush Workshop
Starts 28 Feb 2026
Enjoy a beautifully relaxed, hands-on session where you’ll weave a stunning set of three Bulrushes to decorate your indoor or outdoor space
Read more about Willow Plant Support Workshop
Willow Plant Support Workshop
Starts 07 Mar 2026
Join local expert Belinda Martin at the beautiful Seaton Wetlands for a relaxed, hands-on workshop where you’ll create your very own rustic willow plant support for the garden.
Read more about Mother's Day Cream Tea
Mother's Day Cream Tea
15 Mar 2026
Treat Mum to something truly special this Mothering Sunday with a relaxing wander around the beautiful Seaton Wetlands, topped off with a delicious cream tea served at the Discovery Hut