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22/10/2026

From the Blackdown Hills to Devon’s rivers, estuaries and coast, water connects us all.

A series of free online webinars organised by Devon County Council will explore water quality and some of the challenges and opportunities facing Devon’s waters.

💧9 November: Water Quality Perceptions of the Exe Estuary and the Wider Exe Catchment
💧10 November: The Role of Sustainable Drainage Systems in Managing Water
💧25 November: Plastic Pollution: What Progress Are We Making?
💧30 November: National Trust Riverlands Team - North Devon Wetland Restoration
💧1 December: Reintroducing Native Oysters to the East Devon Coast
💧3 December: Water Friendly Gardening with Devon Wildlife Trust

Everyone welcome!

💻 Free and online, booking required

Find the full programme and book your place via Devon County Council https://www.tickettailor.com/events/devoncountycouncil2

13/10/2026

🏆 Nominations are open for the John Greenshields Award

Do you know an individual or group who has made a real difference to the Blackdown Hills?

The John Greenshields Award was established in memory of local farmer John Greenshields, recognising the outstanding contribution he made to the conservation of the Blackdown Hills and in helping others to better understand and engage with the landscape. The award continues to celebrate those who share that same commitment to this special place.

If you know someone who deserves recognition, we'd love to hear from you.

📅 Nomination deadline: 2 November 2026
🏆 Award presentation: End of November 2026

Find out more and submit a nomination: https://blackdownhills.org.uk/get-involved/john-greenshields-award/

09/09/2026

🍂 Missed our Blackdown Hills National Landscape newsletter last week? Catch up on all the latest news and updates here 👇

https://mailchi.mp/blackdownhills/newsletter-2026-09

05/09/2026

🏺 Discover the history and heritage of the Blackdown Hills with nine days of free events from Friday 11 to Saturday 19 September.

The Blackdown Hills Festival of Heritage offers something for all ages, from archaeology workshops, historic tours and guided walks to natural pigments, printmaking and creative writing.

Explore an Iron Age hillfort, uncover the story of RAF Culmhead, visit historic churches and abbeys, or discover the archaeology beneath your feet.

We’re proud to support the Blackdown Hills National Landscape Partnership as a core funder.

Explore the programme and find booking details: https://orlo.uk/YvIKd

📸 Vanessa de Haan

24/08/2026

Looking for inspiration this September? The Blackdown Hills Festival of Heritage 2026 is packed with free events celebrating the rich history, archaeology, landscape of the Blackdown Hills National Landscape.

Join guided walks, explore historic sites, discover fascinating archaeological finds, take part in creative workshops, and learn more about the people and places that have shaped this special landscape.
📅 11-19 September 2026
🎟️ Free events (some require advance booking).
🔗 Find out more and book here: https://blackdownhills.org.uk/news/free-heritage-events/
https://blackdownhills.org.uk/events/category/heritage-history/

18/08/2026

Step back in time with the Blackdown Hills Festival of Heritage 2026

This September, join us for a programme of free events celebrating the rich history, archaeology, landscapes and stories of the Blackdown Hills National Landscape.

Discover the ruins of Dunkeswell Abbey, explore Hembury Hillfort, learn about local archaeological finds, enjoy creative workshops, walk alongside the River Culm, and be inspired to write, print and paint through our local heritage.

📅 11-19 September 2026
All events are free but some requiring advance booking.

Visit our Heritage events page to find out more: 👉 https://blackdownhills.org.uk/events/category/heritage-history/

Book early to avoid disappointment.

14/08/2026

Fortunately this fire was tackled before it spread. With the risk of wildfire currently very high, please take extra care outdoors.
🚭 Don't discard ci******es or matches
🔥 No campfires or disposable BBQs
🗑️ Take all litter home, especially glass bottles
📞 Report any fire immediately by calling 999

12/08/2026

🚨 Please help prevent wildfires in the Blackdown Hills 🚨

Heading out to watch the eclipse? The landscape is currently very dry, and it only takes a single spark to start a fire.
🔥 Don't light barbecues or campfires
🚬 Dispose of ci******es safely
🗑️ Take all litter home, especially glass bottles and jars
☀️ Avoid using mirrors, magnifying glasses or other objects that could focus the sun's rays

🌞Enjoy the solar eclipse and help keep the Blackdown Hills safe. 🌿

11/06/2026

We’re very pleased to share that the Farming in Protected Landscapes (FiPL) programme at the Blackdown Hills National Landscape will continue for a further three years, until March 2029.

We are now welcoming enquiries from farmers, land managers, and landowners who are interested in developing new projects that support:
🌱 Nature recovery and biodiversity
🌍 Climate change mitigation and resilience
🚶 Access, access improvements, and public engagement with the landscape
🚜 Sustainable and nature-friendly farming businesses

FiPL offers funding for practical, on-the-ground projects that help deliver lasting benefits for People, Place, Climate, and Nature.

If you have an idea you would like to explore or would like to discuss what is eligible for funding, we would love to hear from you.

Find out more about FiPL funding: Farming in Protected Landscapes - Blackdown Hills National Landscape

24/04/2026

Come along to Seaton Wetlands tomorrow for a family wetland adventure!

There will be face painting, yoga, nature crafts, stream dipping and more as we celebrate the final day of Axe Rivers Festival 2026.

Hope to see you there!

Time: 11am- 3pm
Place: Seaton Wetlands (head to the discovery hut area and there will be plenty to see and do!)

This event was made possible with funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund, with thanks to National Lottery Players.

Address

Blackdown Hills Healthy Living Centre, Riverside
Cullompton
EX153SH

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+441823680681

Website

http://www.blackdownhills.org.uk/

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