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Page dedicated to enhancing, preserving, recording and enjoying local flora, fauna and all things wild in and around Bishopsteignton

02/11/2026

We’ve been hearing about Ukrainians having to eat weeds to survive. Would you know what to eat in Bishopsteignton?
Alexanders are a rampant ‘weed’ - brought here by the Romans, every part is edible. Including the hard black seeds which make a very acceptable substitute for black peppercorns!

12/10/2026

It’s a good year for chestnuts 🤩

A study by the University of Gloucestershire and Historic England disproved the idea that they were introduced by the Romans. Tree-ring (dendrochronological) analysis dates the oldest verified sweet chestnut trees in Britain much later, around AD 1640.

26/09/2026

Listening to songbirds today on my walk along Coombe Lane. Can you guess what this is? 🧐
Recorded on the Merlin app.

21/08/2026

What four letter word do these have in common? 🧐

27/07/2026

Lovely stroll through the cemetery this morning, now it’s a bit cooler. Plenty to see for those who look! 🤓

24/07/2026

Hummingbird hawk moth on valerian today - slowed down or you’d just see a blur!

24/07/2026

Honeybees making a nest in a compost dalek

24/07/2026

23/07/2026

From Jessica Moore.. Painted Lady in our garden - fighting the bumblebees for a space on the lavender!

01/07/2026

Time to announce a village event which we think is rather special...

🦇✨ A WILD NIGHT OUT ✨🦇

Join us at Shute Fruit and Produce on Friday 10th July, 9-11pm, for an evening under the stars exploring the wild side of dusk and darkness.

🦇 Track bats and spot glow worms with local experts

🔭 Stargaze with Torbay Astronomical Society

🦋 Discover the farm's night-time insects with Moth Trappers of Teignmouth

Bring a torch, wear sensible shoes, and come with a sense of curiosity! Supervised children 8+ welcome, refreshments available. Cash donations gratefully received in support of Bishopsteignton Scouts, Teignmouth Astronomical Society and Moth Trappers of Teignmouth.

Please arrive on foot where possible as on-site parking is limited.

More info: contact Lori on 01626 777570 or [email protected]

See you there for a magical evening of nature, stars and wildlife! 🌙

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