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Promoting & Enhancing The Natural Beauty of the Sid Valley

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Month: May 2025

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Nature Fest: Walks & Talks

On May 29, 2025 By Stefan Drew
  • Biodiversity Festival 2025

Due to a Met Office Weather Warning For Rain The Nature Fest Is Moving To The Guide Centre, Lawn Vista, Sidmouth EX10 9BY. We Are Open From 10-3 So Come And See Nature Across The Valley. The following walks ands talks will take placeRead More

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Velvet Robes

On May 23, 2025 By Ed Dolphin
  • Herald Article

If you are walking through our local grassland on a warm sunny day, especially along the coast path east and west of the town, you might be lucky enough to see what looks like a small dark butterfly flitting about.  This could be anRead More

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Earthwatch Europe Great UK WaterBlitz Results, April 2025 & Sept 2024

On May 19, 2025 By Stefan Drew
  • River Sid

The UK WaterBlitz is a national biannual event when volunteers test the nutrient levels their local waterbodies. Both phosphates and nitrates are assessed. These nutrients are essential for all plants and animals but when excessive amounts reach our water courses they can damage aquaticRead More

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Bats On The Byes

On May 15, 2025 By Stefan Drew
  • Uncategorized

Join us as we explore the mysterious world of bats! Our Bat Walk will start at the Byes Toll House & Gate, where we will embark on a guided tour to observe these fascinating creatures in their natural habitat. Get ready to learn all about these nocturnalRead More

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Seed Swap

On May 9, 2025 By Stefan Drew
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Join the Sid Valley Seed Swap – Grow Together, Share the Harvest! Imagine a garden bursting with vibrant, homegrown produce – all from seeds shared by fellow growers just like you. Or a meadow full of native wildflowers feeding the bees. By taking partRead More

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The 2025 Sidmouth Nature Festival – FREE Events

On May 2, 2025 By Stefan Drew
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Due to a Met Office Weather Warning For Rain The Nature Fest Is Moving To The Guide Centre, Lawn Vista, Sidmouth EX10 9BY. We Are Open From 10-3 So Come And See Nature Across The Valley. Saturday, June 7th, 2025 From 10:00 AM –Read More

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