Celebrating community and heritage at Dunkeswell Abbey

The Friends of Dunkeswell Abbey Church have launched their very first newsletter, sharing exciting updates, events, and ways to get involved with this historic site in the heart of the Blackdown [...]

Tiny aliens, big adventures

We’re thrilled to share PocKit Robot: Nature Adventures – a delightful new children’s video series created to spark curiosity and wonder in young minds by exploring the natural world through the [...]

The Work of Giants! – Exhibition at Thelma Hulbert Gallery

Discover a world where myth, memory and landscape intertwine in The Work of Giants!, a striking new art installation now open at Thelma Hulbert Gallery, Honiton.

Local Nature Recovery Strategy consultations

Local Nature Recovery Strategies for Devon and Somerset

Discover the stories of the Blackdown Hills at the Festival of Heritage 2025

This September, we invite you to take part in our Festival of Heritage 2025 – a celebration of the rich history, natural beauty, and vibrant communities of the Blackdown Hills National [...]

Seeking artists for new Nature Calling project

We are seeking an enthusiastic and creative artist to lead an exciting and meaningful project that connects people with the breathtaking East Devon and Blackdown Hills National Landscapes.

A water meadows story

Earlier this year Dr. Roger Cutting gave an illuminating presentation for us on the history and benefits of water meadows. Here, he talks about what sparked his interest in the subject, outlines [...]

Blackdown Hills Management Plan review

We are now inviting comments on the draft management plan for Blackdown Hills National Landscape 2025-2030.

George Pidgeon presented with the first John Greenshields Award 

The inaugural John Greenshields Award, set up by the Blackdown Hills National Landscape, in collaboration with the National Trust, has been won by veteran hedge layer George Pidgeon.

We are haunted by waters – Making Rivers Better event

Chair of the Friends of the River Axe, Vicky Whitworth, reflects on the recent Making Rivers Better event held Chardstock Village Hall and the important role volunteer groups are playing in [...]