Open Meadows – Buckfastleigh
- Date: 9 June 2019
- Time: 2pm - 7pm
Brook Manor is a wildlife friendly 130 acres estate owned by Donna and Kevin Cox. There’s 80 acres of ancient woodland and several pastures, including hay meadows under restoration and an established damp meadow with Yellow Flag Iris, Southern Marsh Orchids and other associated wet meadow species. A seven acres meadow is managed as barn owl habitat.
Notes – You are free to wander. There are self guided marked walks, or you can join a guided walk starting at 2.30pm and 5.30pm. There are some steep fields and damp areas so bring stout shoes.
Refreshments: You are welcome to bring a picnic and stay for longer and enjoy the meadows.
Other notes: Some steep fields. Dogs on leads welcome.
As parking is limited, please book by 8th June by emailing donnacox@puna.co.uk.
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Open Meadows 2025
18 May 2025 to 1 September 2025
Open Meadows is a unique opportunity to visit some of Devon’s most beautiful and diverse privately owned meadows. The meadows are open to all during the programme, and the vast majority are free to visit.
The Meadow-Makers’ Conference 2025
12 July 2025
The Meadow Makers’ Conference marks the 10th anniversary of Moor Meadows and brings together landowners, farmers, and gardeners for a day filled with expert talks, inspiring ideas, and practical advice - all within the broader context of nature recovery. The event will take place in the spacious Jubilee Hall in Chagford, Dartmoor. During the breakout sessions, attendees will have the opportunity to visit several nearby meadows. We have a fantastic lineup of speakers - see the inspiring programme and more details here.