Join an afternoon tour of Dittiscombe with the Devon Rewilding Network. All welcome but booking essential – see below.

We are delighted to be hosting a Devon Rewilding Network site visit here on Friday 10th May, 1.30-4.30pm. 

All are welcome. We’ll have Ken Neal on hand to share with us his bountiful insights of the natural world during a wild tour of the wetlands and woodlands of Dittiscombe. See how things can change using a hands-off approach, allowing nature to rebound and restore over the last 25 years.

Please go to this link to book. Any questions please contact Ruth on 07821 260787.

Forest Bathing – Reconnect with Nature with Donna McCheyne

Dates for 2024:

Sunday 2nd June 10 – 1pm
Sunday 1st September 10 – 1pm
Saturday 9th November 10 – 1pm

Donna will guide you through the magic of our woods to help build resilience from within, deepen your appreciation and gratitude for nature, boost your immune system, and increase balance, focus and clarity in your life.

Each 3-hour session costs £25 per person. Sorry no dogs.
Book direct with Donna here or call her on 07941 508004.

Find out more about Forest Bathing.

Discover more about Small-Scale Rewilding at Dittiscombe

Ruth will take you on a guided tour around the valley to see how the landscape at Dittiscombe has changed over the last 25 years, and how the wildlife has benefitted from a hands-off approach.

The land was farmed at one time but was gifted back to nature by Ruth & Jon in 1998. It now supports a mosaic of habitats for wildlife. The valley has evolved into a new-look landscape through natural processes, and you’ll be able to see that being a bit messy is good for wildlife!

If you have booked a cottage with us and would like a free rewilding walk with Ruth, please get in touch on 07821 260787 or e-mail [email protected]. 

If you are a business and wish to book a team event at Dittiscombe to include a rewilding tour with Ruth Saunders and habitat creation with Ken Neal, please contact Ruth at [email protected].

You can find out more about rewilding at Dittiscombe on our Nature Page.

Join our volunteer task force in habitat creation projects for Autumn/Winter

We welcome volunteers here to help create diverse habitats for wildlife. The work usually takes place over the Autumn and Winter and can involved coppicing, hedgelaying, brash weaving and dead hedge making, pond work and general tidying.

If you are interested in taking part as a volunteer in helping to create new wildlife habitats please get in touch with Ruth on [email protected] to register your interest.

Family Sunday Nature Walks – ideal for families. Summer dates to be confirmed.

A Sunday stroll around Dittiscombe valley revealing nature in all its glory with local ecologist Ken Neal. He will help to deepen your understanding about nature, and what you can do to encourage wildlife into your own gardens and green spaces at home. Be prepared to be hands-on and ask questions!

Sweep nets and bug pots provided.

Bring binoculars and sensible footwear, clothing for changeable weather and own refreshments.

Please book your place with Ruth Saunders on 07821 260787. (Free to Dittiscombe guests).
£10 adults, children free.

Dogs welcome on leads.