Local wild places

The Exe Estuary is a vitally important site for wintering birds, and is recognised as a Special Protection Area (SPA) and a wetland of international importance (Ramsar site).  So we are fortunate that there are many excellent places to see wildlife around the Exe Estuary. We have chosen a few of the best sites near Exeter. Please click on the map, or on the list of sites below, for further details about each place.

This is only a small selection – take a look at our recent trip reports for other ideas for places to visit.

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To find out more about other local wildlife organisations, and for local webcams, follow the link below.

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Darrtford Warbler

Aylesbeare Common

Waders at Bowling Green Marsh

Bowling Green Marsh and Goosemoor

Sanderling

Dawlish Warren

View of Exminster Marshes

Exminster and Powderham Marshes

The flooded Lower Otter Valley

Lower Otter Valley

Wigeon at Bowling Green Marsh

Matford Marsh

View of Seaton Wetlands

Seaton Wetlands

Mandarin Duck

Stover Country Park