Evening Wildlife Walk

Join the Pebblebed Heaths Conservation Trust team and Sarah Butcher from Devon Bat Group for an evening at the Otter Estuary to discover the wildlife that comes alive at night, from bats to birds and much more.

This event is free but booking is essential, to book please click HERE.

Event Details:

• Date: Saturday 24th October 2026
• Time: 18:00-19:30
• Location: South Farm Road Car Park
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  Grid Reference: SY 07030 82957

If you are driving to the Otter Estuary please park in South Farm Road Car Park to minimise road traffic – winter car parking charges apply at £2 for the day. Revenue from the car park is pumped straight back into caring for the Otter Estuary and allows us to continue providing events like this for free.

Know before you go…

Sorry no dogs during this activity.

Dress for the weather, sturdy footwear recommended.

Please be aware that this event is subject to weather conditions. If conditions are too cold/wet and temperatures reach below 8° this will affect what we will see and we may have to cancel.

Please note this activity will involve a short walk to the activity site and standing for long periods of time, please bring a camping chair with you if needed. There is limited seating at the bird hide, so seating cannot be guaranteed. If you wish to discuss accessibility for this activity please contact [email protected].

Please note there are no concessions or toilet facilities on site. The nearest facilities are based at Budleigh beach or Budleigh Salterton Cricket Club.

his 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