 Photo of Bystock Pools by Kate Williams
Exe Estuary featured on BBC Countryfile
 BBC Countryfile with the South East Devon Wildlife Team
In December, BBC Countryfile joined South East Devon Wildlife to find out about their work on the Exe Estuary preventing wildlife disturbance.Â
‘Let Birds Be’ competition winners announced
 Winners Michael, Sue, and Elaine pictured with the South East Devon Wildlife and Stuart Line teams
Nature lovers and day trippers were encouraged to enter South East Devon Wildlife's competition to win a guided bird watching cruise. This was part of a campaign to get people thinking about the migrating birds that rely on wildlife refuges on the Exe Estuary and how we can all do our part to protect it.
 Accessibility enhanced at Seaton Wetlands with new picnic table
 The picnic table is located by the Discovery Hut, where refreshments are available, and near toilet facilities
A newly installed picnic table at Seaton Wetlands has been designed with two dedicated access points for wheelchair users, mobility scooters, and families with buggies. The centre of the table features six engraved wildlife illustrations, each accompanied by braille.Â
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 Do you have lots of cardboard for recycling?
 Please leave your cardboard out for our crews to recover and recycle. It will help our crews if you can spread the load by putting it out for collection over a number of weeks. There are times when they may have to leave some cardboard behind for another collection if the vehicles are filling quickly.
Also, remember to take out any polystyrene, bubble wrap, or polythene bags from your cardboard packaging before putting it out for collection.
Thank you for helping crews and for recycling as much as possible. If you're unsure if something is recyclable, visit the:
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 Holocaust Memorial Day
 On Tuesday 27 January 2026, we come together to observe Holocaust Memorial Day - a time to remember and honour the millions of lives lost during the Holocaust and subsequent genocides.
 Shifting Waterscapes exhibition - now open!
 Come along to the stunning new exhibition exploring watery landscapes at Thelma Hulbert Gallery (open Tuesday to Saturday, 10am to 5pm, until Saturday 28 February 2026).
Shifting Waterscapes brings together visual art, sound, story, and mixed media created by Ellen Wiles and Arun Sood. The exhibition includes a new installation developed in collaboration with printmaker, Emma Molony, inspired by the local Otterhead Lakes in the Blackdown Hills.
Thelma Hulbert Gallery, Dowell St, Honiton EX14 1LX thelmahulbert.com
Discover more events in the local area by heading to the East Devon Excellence website
 Last chance to have your say on Local Plan and Heritage Strategy consultationsÂ
 The final consultation on East Devon’s new Local Plan invites feedback on updated proposals for how the district will grow and change over the coming years, including potential development sites, infrastructure, housing, and environmental considerations.Â
The Heritage Strategy sets out how the district’s unique historic environment will be cared for, celebrated, and integrated into future planning and regeneration work.
Don't forget to take part, as both consultations close at 12pm on Monday 26 January 2026.
Other active consultations and surveys
If you, or someone you know, is unable to complete an online consultation or survey, request a paper version, by emailing engagement@eastdevon.gov.uk. Please submit this request at least four days before the consultation closes, so that the response is received before the deadline.
Devon County Council are inviting residents to have their say on the future of libraries
Deadline: Sunday 22 February 2026
If libraries matter to you, for reading, working, learning, connection, mental health, or community, please complete the 5 - 10 minute survey to share your perspective on Libraries Unlimited's Devon-wide service.
 Applications open for grants that will fund voluntary community projects and buildingsÂ
 Developed with input from the voluntary sector to better meet local needs, the grants will support small community projects across East Devon and community buildings in rural areas.
 Council meetings dates
Over the next week the following East Devon District Council meetings are taking place:
You can watch public meetings live on the council’s YouTube channel.
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