According to National Trust wildlife experts, unsettled, unpredictable and at times chaotic weather has meant that last year was a particularly challenging one for wildlife.
Whilst birds and insects have struggled, slugs and orchids have done well throughout Britain in our special places.
Matthew Oates, Naturalist at the Trust, said: "This has been a highly polarised year, with wildlife in the places we look after doing either remarkably well or incredibly badly.
"In general, plants and slugs were the big winners and insects the big losers. But even in this wet...
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Disability Transport Service is desperate for volunteers to drive the organisation's own vehicles. So if you like being out and about driving, and have a clean driving licence they need you now! Time commitment is to suit, so give them a call now. Mary Clarke would love to take your call on Exeter 01392 464206 Ref 3267
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A rare spider has been uncovered on National Trust land at Prawle Point in South Devon. The moon spider (Callilepis nocturna) was known to have previously inhabited this coastal site, although it has not been recorded since 1990.
Whilst common throughout Europe, the moon spider has been recorded at just 2 other sites nationwide: in Pembrokeshire, South Wales, and Tennyson Down on the Isle of Wight.
After the rediscovery of the presumed-extinct short necked oil beetle on another Trust site in the area in 2007, this find once again highlights the conservation value of much of...
Bradley Manor opened its gates to pupils of Bradley Barton Primary and their cameras for a special photo shoot of unusual and inspirational architectural features of the medieval manor house exterior. The children learnt about camera angles, close ups and panoramic views under the expert guidance of professional artist Kate Green. They also learned about the heritage of the mediaeval property and how changes happened to its features over the last 700 years. Teignbridge Design and Fine Arts Society (TDFAS) joined forces with the National Trust to fund the project, which will culminate in...
Staff and volunteers at Arlington Court would like to invite any adults enjoying their summer holidays in North Devon to their garden demonstrations each Thursday in August.
With the summer holidays in full flow and lots of holiday makers in the area, August is traditionally the time of year set aside for families and children.
However, to give those without children a respite from busy roads and packed beaches, Arlington aims to become a peaceful refuge for those attempting to escape the crowds.
Kate Christmas, Visitor Services Officer at Arlington Court said: “...
The track from the village of South Huish to the National Trust car park at South Milton Sands in South Devon is now open again following a dynamic response from the local community.
The devastating Valentine’s Day storm destroyed the track and around two thirds of the sand dunes. Boardwalks and fencing were also torn up and the beach was littered with debris. The beach was still accessible from the village of South Milton but not from neighbouring South Huish.
Following the storm, the National Trust held a meeting with key stakeholders to discuss the damage and hear...
Pick up festive ideas and gifts at our craft fair, with a wide range of local west country crafts and stalls in the house. £1.50 entry for non-members.
For further details, please visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/killerton or call us on 01392 881345. Image courtesy of NTPL.
Children from the Holy Trinity Church 0-5 Playgroup in Exmouth have created a bright and colourful exhibition of artwork inspired by items from A la Ronde, the National Trust property near Exmouth.
This year the source of inspiration for the children’s work was a mosaic-topped table from the Drawing Room which was decorated by cousins Jane and Mary Parminter, on whose instructions the quirky 16 sided house was built.
Hilary Burrow, who co-ordinated the exhibition for A la Ronde says: "The children looked at photographs of the mosaic table and used these as inspiration for...
On the weekend of 29 and 30 June, Overbeck’s will be celebrating its 75th birthday.
Thanks to its last resident, eccentric inventor Otto Overbeck, the house and garden was bequeathed to National Trust in 1938 and the same year the gates were opened to the public for the first time for just sixpence (6d). The Trust have been telling the story of Overbeck’s to visitors ever since.
Come and join us on this special weekend and help us celebrate. Overbeck’s staff will be offering a special high tea, with the addition of birthday cake, served on the lawn all day.
The second of four events throughout the year that will let you rediscover the remarkable hillside garden at Killerton.
Uncover the richness of Killerton's tree collection with guided walks showing off the conifers and unusual shrubs. Follow the discovery trails and activities. Get a chance to meet the gardeners and see what makes this garden so special.
