Halwill Junction. Photo, David Chamberlain
Improving access for all on our nature reserves
A gateway to the natural world
Our nature reserves aren’t just havens for some of Devon’s most spectacular wildlife, they also act as a gateway to the natural world for thousands of people
Making accessibility better for you
However, access to each one of our 59 nature reserves isn’t necessarily straightforward. Some are located miles from public transport, while the varied terrain of others can make them challenging for visitors, especially those with a specific mobility or sensory abilities.
We’ve been working to improve accessibility. So far we’ve concentrated our effort on some of our key nature reserves providing easier access for as wide a range of visitors as possible.
We realise that where we’re at isn’t perfect, but things are improving all the time. Our aim is to keep on widening provision for all to Devon’s wildlife and wild places.
Plan your visit here
Use this list of nature reserves where we’ve worked to improve access. Follow the nature reserve links to plan your visit...
Boardwalk at Bystock. Photo, Simon Williams
Bystock Pools nature reserve (near Exmouth)
Here an easy access pathway and boardwalks lead visitors around a beautiful lake. A chance to see dragonflies and water birds.
Path through Dunsdon. Photo, Dave Chamberlain.
Dunsdon National Nature Reserve (near Holsworthy)
A boardwalk and viewing platform gives the South West’s only easy access to Culm grassland with its summertime displays of butterflies and wildflowers.
Halwill Junction. Photo, Dave Chamberlain
Halwill Junction (near Okehampton)
An all-purpose easy access path leads through the nature reserve and through its patchwork of woodland and grassland.
Meeth Quarry. Photo, R Liley
Meeth Quarry (near Hatherleigh)
A series of colour-coded trails allow good access through this massive former clay quarry. Excellent for butterfly and birdwatching. The Tarka Trail links this reserve to a viewing platform which looks out across our nearby Ashmoor nature reserve.
Teigngrace Meadow. Photo, Simon Williams
Teigngrace Meadow (near Bovey Tracey)
Good access to the riverside stretches of this nature reserve using the easy access path of the Wray Valley Trail. Use this trail to extend your visit to our Bovey Heathfield nature reserve nearby.
Warleigh Point. Photo, Simon Williams
Warleigh Point (near Plymouth)
An easy access path leads into this woodland nature reserve to reveal good views of the Tamar Estuary.
And don't forget our visit our marine centre...
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