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Conservation diary: Ground nesting birds need your help!
The breeding season between 1 March to 31 July is a particularly sensitive time of year for ground nesting birds, and Mike’s on hand with some tips on how to avoid disturbing them during this time.
Conservation blog: Colour and perfume from the forest floor
In this month’s blog, Mike writes on how it’s the perfect time to enjoy the sights and smells of low-lying bluebells, white hawthorn and wild garlic.
Founder-Principal of Dartington College of Arts, Peter Cox, dies
We are sad to announce the death of Peter Cox (13 April 2015) at the age of 97.
Conservation diary: A feast for the senses
It’s April, and Mike reflects on how the month truly reminds you spring is finally here, with fresh green foliage on the trees.
Pentangle founder and Dartington Arts student John Renbourn dies
We are sad to learn of the death of John Renbourn, an internationally regarded musician and perhaps best known as a founder member of the acclaimed folk group Pentangle.
Conservation diary: Swan song
In this week’s conservation blog, Estate Warden Mike takes a look at the lifecycle of one of nature’s most elegant and beguiling creatures – the swan.
Conservation diary: Longer days and the return of migratory birds
Spring is almost upon us but the nights can still feel cold. Each day brings extra daylight in the evenings ready for the clocks to go forward and prepare us for the warmer months ahead.
Conservation diary: Spring is on its way
February can be a bleak month – however there are signs spring is around the corner with large clumps of snowdrops showing on the woodland floor.
Food & Farming blog: Please help us prevent dog attacks
It has transpired that there has been a dog attack on several of Little Bo People’s sheep in the early hours of this morning.
Conservation diary: Green shoots around the corner?
In January there are few plants showing, although the yellow hazel catkins can be seen in the woodlands and hedgerows.