Heath Week 2026: Botany Walk

Botany Walk
Come along and discover some of the amazing plants of Bicton Common, from tiny sundews that feed on insects, three types of heathers and what they tell you about the common, to the squelchy world of colourful bog-mosses, there is lots to be discovered.
No need to book but please arrive in good time to start promptly at 12:00.
Event Details
- Date: Wednesday 29th July 2026
- Time: 12:00-13:00
- Location: Model Airfield Car Park
W3W: facing.notice.duet
Grid Reference: SY 03768 86377
Know before you go…
This is a family-friendly event, however, please note it involves walking across rough, uneven ground and is not suitable for wheelchairs or standard pushchairs.
Assistance dogs only.
Dress for the weather, sturdy footwear recommended.
There are no toilet facilities on site.
This event is organised as part of Heath Week 2026. Heath Week celebrates our heathland heritage with a week of events reflecting the ecology, history and recreational importance of the Pebblebed Heaths National Nature Reserve. Enjoy walks, talks and activities for all ages and interests many of them free or by donation. Find out more about Heath Week here.