Festival Day

This much-loved start to Heath Week is back — with a fresh new format and location!

Drop into Model Airfield between 10am and 3pm to join the Pebblebed Heaths Conservation Trust and a wide range of partners for an action-packed day of engaging activities showcasing what makes the East Devon Pebblebed Heaths National Nature Reserve such a special place for wildlife and for people.

Meet the teams who look after the East Devon’s heaths and others who work and play here. Learn about the habitats and species that live locally, explore the heaths rich cultural history and how you can get active in nature and play your part in taking care of countryside spaces.

Supported by:

• Pebblebed Heath Conservation Trust
• RSPB
• Devon Wildlife Trust
• Devon Loves Dogs
• South East Devon Wildlife
• Clinton Devon Estates
• Devon and Somerset Fire Service
• Devon and Cornwall Police
• National Trust
• East Devon Ramblers
• Budleigh Lions
• Plastic Free Budleigh
• Barn Owl Trust
• Otter Valley Association
• Local geology
• Pawsitive Canine
• Devon Orienteering Group
• Devon Military Fitness
• Bronze Age historical demo.
• Devon Birds
• ..and more.

This event is designed as a drop-in event for all ages, no booking required. There will be toilets and limited refreshments available on site but feel free to bring a picnic and stay all day.

Event Details:

• Date: Saturday 26th July 2025
• Time: 10:00-15:00
• Location: Model Airfield
  W3W: delighted.loss.proof
  Grid Reference: SY 03891 86536
• Parking: All regular carparks will be open for the event plus overflow options and there will be way-marked routes to get you to and from the event site. Drop-off for less mobile individuals is possible at Model Airfield car park. Otherwise, attendees should be prepared to walk on heathland paths from other car parks nearby (between 0.5-1.5 km walk each way). Parking will be busy so please consider car sharing where possible.

Dogs on leads are very welcome and there will be stands and activities for dog owners and their pets.

Toilet facilities and concessions will be available at Model Airfield for this event.

Dress for the weather, sturdy footwear recommended for uneven terrain.

Tramper and pushchair accessible.

This event is organised as part of Heath Week 2025. Heath Week celebrates our heathland heritage with a week of events reflecting the ecology, history and recreational importance of the East Devon Pebblebed Heaths. Enjoy walks, talks and activities for all ages and interests many of them free or by donation. Find out more about Heath Week here.

Thanks to National Lottery Players