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Fungi Foray at Holman Clavel
A guided walk through woodland to identify fungi, followed by a pub-based display of our finds.
Fungi Foray at Young Wood
We'll be exploring the woodland looking for fungi, then cooking a selection of wild mushrooms over an open fire. Courtesy of Neroche Woodlanders.
Mushroom Extravaganza at Sidmouth Arms
A culinary-focused event with chef Andrew Long. Learn about mushroom preparation and cooking, with tastings included.
Blackdown Hills Repair Cafe
An event every 2 months that begins at 10:00am on day Fourth of the month, repeating until Saturday 22 November 2025
Bring along broken items to be fixed, including bicycles, electricals, tools, textiles, sewing machines, clocks and furniture. Delicious cakes and hot drinks on sale to enjoy while you wait.
Historic Mapping Workshop – River Axe
Explore historic maps of the River Axe catchment with expert insights and interactive sessions on land use and conservation. Join Rivers Run Through Us for an engaging workshop to review historic maps of the local area and discover how land use changes have shaped the River Axe catchment. The event will feature a presentation by local expert David Knappman, followed by an interactive session where participants can explore both digital and printed maps. This is a great opportunity to learn…
Roots to recovery – Connecting the Culm annual forum #8
This year our focus is on soils and their crucial role in both nature recovery and flood resilience. What can we do to maximise the amount of water soaking into the ground, rather than running over the surface and adding to flood risk? Two Devon farmers join us to talk nature, soils, water and business!
Water Ways – The Shippon Gallery
Exhibition 18th April until 31st May 2026 At a time when water pollution and its politics flows through all our minds, the Shippon Gallery, sitting surrounded by springs and waterworks, is the perfect place to show art about our responses to water. Members of the artist group, BHAAM, reflect on their relationship with water and the water ways of the Blackdown Hills, known for its high rainfall and unique watery landscape. The artists’ work will include pieces that examine positive…
Hemyock Castle open days 2026
Come and view the rare surviving ruins of Hemyock's moated medieval castle.
Community Nature Fest at the Mill
Nature Fest Come along to this event on Saturday 20 June, 10:30 - 16:00. Moth trap opening Bio Blitz Plant stall Bug Hotel making Live Music Nature reading corner Seed planting station Crafting Activities Speed drawing sessions Willow making Nature talks Wellbeing in Nature
