Find top tips for stargazing in winter, and read the story behind the constellation of Orion. Read more
Some top tips for an eco-friendly, sustainable Halloween. Read more
Notice the little things in nature this autumn. Read more
It's National Play Day on Wednesday 5 August, and we are celebrating children's right to play Read more
Did you know that spending time on or near ‘blue space’ can have a hugely positive impact on your health and well-being? A visit to one of the south west’s lakes, whether it’s for a walk, to play, cycle or to get out on the water in a kayak, can lift your spirits and benefit your physical health. Read more
Often overlooked and misunderstood, our native reptiles and amphibians are a vital part of the food chain as both predators and prey. The sites we manage provide vital habitats for these animals so it is important to know where our frogs, toads, lizards and snakes are, so we can help protect them, their habitats and the other species which depend on them. Read more
Writing the 2020-25 management plan for Burrator, it has been important to reflect how far we have come. There are many challenges ahead: increased demand for water and green space as Plymouth grows, climate change, the balancing act between conservation and recreation and managing visitor expectations are all high on the agenda. Read more
For many people, bird watching is passion, pastime or mission. You can do it almost anywhere and you don’t need to know how to identify birds to feel the excitement and pleasure with each glimpse. Read more
As the focus sharpens on Ash Dieback and we turn our attention to the massive loss in tree stock, landscape value, shade, screening and associated biodiversity that looks inevitable, I couldn’t help but exhale deeply with a breath of “We have been here before”. Read more