Beginners Birding Workshop

Join Rick Lockwood, Otter Estuary Ranger for an opportunity to pick up some tips and advice to get you started bird watching – how to choose the right pair of binoculars and get the best out of them, learn how to get better views with tips on improving your fieldcraft, and be introduced to books and resources that will help make your birding more enjoyable.

This event is FREE and no booking required.

Event Details

Date: Saturday 24th October 2026

Time: 14:00-15:30

Meeting Point: The Holt, Budleigh Salterton Cricket Club, EX9 7BA
W3W: difficult.glad.seashell
Grid Reference: SY 07019 83134

Know before you go…

Please note there are no toilet facilities on site on the Otter Estuary. The nearest facilities and refreshments are based at Budleigh Salterton Cricket Club.

Sorry, no dogs.

Dress for the weather, sturdy footwear recommended.

If you wish to discuss on-site accessibility please contact [email protected]

This event is organised as part of Wetland Weekender 2026. Come together on the Otter Estuary to explore and connect with nature, and celebrate the start of the autumn migration season. You’ll have a chance to immerse yourself in invigorating guided walks that take you through the heart of the estuary, enlightening sessions that share captivating tales of the area’s past, and a variety of fun-filled activities suitable for visitors of all ages. What’s even better? All these activities are completely FREE!

This event is organised by the Pebblebed Heaths Conservation Trust which is supported through funding from the Heritage Lottery Fund.

Thanks to National Lottery Players