Wildlife
Seasonal Highlights
Experience the winter magic of East Devon
Seasonal Highlights
Experience the winter magic of East Devon
Seasonal Highlights
Experience the winter magic of East Devon
While the summer sun brings the crowds, winter in the East Devon National Landscape brings a quiet, tranquil beauty that’s hard to find anywhere else.
Imagine crisp, frosty mornings where the mist clings to the valleys of the Pebblebed Heaths, and dramatic afternoons where the turbulent grey sea crashes against the towering red sandstone cliffs of the Jurassic Coast.
This is the season of “blowing away the cobwebs” on empty coastal paths, spotting rare migratory birds in Seaton Wetlands, and warming your toes by a roaring log fire in a centuries-old thatched pub.
Whether you’re a photographer chasing that perfect low-winter light, a hiker looking for rugged solitude, or a family seeking a festive adventure, East Devon in winter is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered.
Winter delights
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Our #FridayFeature this week is Woodbury Castle!
Set high on the Pebblebed Heaths, Woodbury Castle is an impressive Iron Age hillfort with deep earthworks, towering banks and sweeping views across East Devon. Surrounded by a vast, internationally important heathland which is part of the National Nature Reserve, it’s a brilliant spot for walking and wildlife.
What to expect
🌱 Miles of trails
🌱 Dog‑friendly (please keep dogs under close control)
🌱 Car park nearby
🌱 Cycling links across the wider Pebblebed Heaths
Plan your visit here on our website (link in bio)
#EastDevon #EastDevonNationalLandscape #EastDevonNL #WoodburyCastle #PebblebedHeathsConservationTrust #PebblebedHeaths
Perched on the western end of the Jurassic Coast, Beer offers dramatic chalk cliffs and sweeping sea views. Below the headland, the beach sits in sheltered cove and is just a short stroll from the village, making it an easy, welcoming base for coastal walks and relaxed days around the beach.
What to expect:
🌱 Varied walking routes, including on the South West Coast Path
🌱 Dog friendly (please keep dogs under close control near cliffs and livestock)
🌱 Lots of options for refreshments
🌱 Public toilets in Beer
🌱 Easy car parking
Plan your visit on our website (link in bio)
#EastDevonNationalLandscape #EastDevonNL #EastDevon #VisitDevon
Our #FridayFeature this week is Branscombe!
Tucked in a steep valley on the Jurassic Coast, Branscombe is one of East Devon’s most picturesque villages, with thatched cottages, a working forge, restored watermill, and scenic walking through woodland, farmland and down to the beach.
What to expect:
🌱 Varied walking routes, including accessible paths
🌱 Dog friendly (please keep dogs under close control)
🌱 Refreshments available
🌱 Public toilets, including accesible facilities
🌱 Public transport and cycle trail links
Plan your visit here on our website (link in bio)
@devoncommstogether`s Connecting People and Landscapes community grant is open until 15 June!
Apply for up to £500 for your community to spend on improving biodiversity, engaging with nature friendly farming and supporting people to connect to their local landscapes.
The grant is part of the Connecting People and Landscapes in a Changing Climate project, which brings together farmers, landowners and communities across the South-West and beyond to create a more resilient landscape in the face of a changing climate.
Head to @devoncommstogether to find out more 🌱
