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Founded in 1846, the Sid Vale Association works to protect the heritage of the Sid Valley and promote conservation.

We own and manage the Sidmouth Museum and support recreational and cultural activities that celebrate our local community. The Sid Vale Association was founded in 1846 to protect the landscape and amenities of the Sid Valley.
• It owns and manages over 40 acres of land in the Upper Byes, Peaslands Knapp, Salcombe Regis and around the Valley.
• It owns and runs the nationally accredited Sidmouth Museum, which attracts over 13,000 visitors each year.
• It maintains over 50 miles of footpaths, and patrols the River Sid to help keep it free of litter and pollution.
• It runs events, walks and talks and produces regular newsletters.
• The SVA relies on volunteers for all its work, but it still has to find a large amount of money to provide and maintain these facilities.

22/10/2026

Published today, 22nd October 2026

21/10/2026

We have some lovely news to share with our members and followers: Margaret’s Meadow in Sidmouth now has two new oak benches!

These are the first of 20 benches planned for land owned by the Sid Vale Association (SVA), helping to provide welcoming places for people to pause, sit and enjoy our beautiful natural surroundings.

Made from sustainably sourced English oak using traditional coppicing methods, the benches have a simple, rustic style that sits naturally within our nature reserves. Over time, they will replace some of the existing benches.

Peter Rose, SVA Trustee for Estates, explains: “We prefer our new benches to be made from a natural material and to have a style in keeping with our Nature Reserves.”

The benches will provide a much-valued amenity for visitors, while a bench sponsorship scheme will help cover the cost of the benches and their ongoing upkeep, as well as providing an opportunity to remember and celebrate loved ones.

💚 Find out more about the SVA Commemorative Bench Scheme on the Sid Vale Association website. https://www.sidvaleassociation.org.uk

05/08/2026

Summer fun for children 🎨🔎🍦
Join us on Thursday 20th August for fun-filled Children's Activities at the Sidmouth Parish Church. From creative crafts and pebble painting, to hands-on challenges, games and treasure hunts, there will be plenty to keep young explorers entertained.

Know a family who might enjoy it? Please share this post and help us spread the word!

31/07/2026

Seeking relatives of two men killed in WW2 who lived in Salcombe Road, Sidmouth. We are looking for photos of them to include in the Sid Vale Roll of Honour to be published by the Sid Vale Association later this year. They are:-
Conrad Stuart Daniell - son of Samuel and Eva Daniell, and husband of Eva Daniell (nee Stuart). Died 27 December 1941, age 30, Royal Navy.
Cyril William Langmead - son of Arthur and Lucy Langmead. Died 3 May 1942, age 17, Merchant Navy.
Please contact [email protected] if you can help.

21/07/2026

We're delighted to see this fantastic project come to life.

👏Congratulations to everyone at Sidmouth Town Afc, and thank you for sharing your update and photographs. It's wonderful to see how the SVA Community Grants Scheme is helping local organisations.

Wishing Sidmouth Town Afc every success with the new facilities!

13/06/2026

Our Geology Walks take place every Wednesday. Come along and discover more about Sidmouth's dramatic cliffs and unique Jurassic Coast landscape.

All walks start at 10.30am from Sidmouth Museum.

For more information:
https://www.sidmouthmuseum.co.uk/guided-walks

06/06/2026

How well do you know Sidmouth?

Our guided Town Walks reveal the hidden stories behind familiar streets, historic buildings and local landmarks. They're a great way to discover more about the town's rich history and heritage.

Join us every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, starting from Sidmouth Museum at 10.30am.

Have you joined one of our walks before? We'd love to hear what you enjoyed most in the comments below.

More information
https://www.sidmouthmuseum.co.uk/guided-walks

02/06/2026

We're delighted to welcome American author Julie Klassen to Sidmouth to talk about her 'On the Devonshire Shores' trilogy, set right here in Sidmouth.

In conversation with Nigel Hyman, Julie will share how Sidmouth's Regency history inspired her novels and why readers in America are so captivated by Regency England.

This is a wonderful opportunity to meet the author, hear about her work, and ask your own questions during the evening.

£5 admission includes a glass of w**e or a soft drink.

Monday 15th June, 6pm. To book your place, email [email protected]

Please see the poster for full details👇

19/05/2026

Did you know Sidmouth has stories hidden in its streets, cliffs, and trees?

Come and discover them with one of our Guided Walks, running every week through to October. 🌳⛪🌊

Informative, friendly, and great value — all led by our knowledgeable guides.

For more information visit the Sidmouth Museum website
www.sidmouthmuseum.co.uk/guided-walks

15/04/2026

Sidmouth Museum is now open for the 2026 season with many new and exciting exhibitions. We look forward to seeing you 😀

Address

12 Church Street
Sidmouth
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Website

http://www.sidvaleassociation.org.uk/

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