Wildlife at Abbeyford

Devon
England
Okehampton is the nearest town or village.
OS Grid Reference: SX589976
RIVER LYD IN ABBEYFORD WOODSA beautiful mixed woodland with a crystal clear river, it is no wonder that wildlife flourishes in Abbeyford Woods, on the edge of Okehampton.

Mammals: After dark, badgers and dormice venture out in to the woods in search of food. You might spot the signs they leave, should you visit during the day. If you visit the woods early in the morning or during the evening you might be lucky enough to spot roe or red deer, and very lucky visitors may catch a glimpse of an otter passing through as it makes its way up the Okement River. We have information about Red deer, Roe deer, Badger and Otter

Birds: Redstart, pied flycatcher, nightjar, buzzard and raven can all be seen or heard in Abbeyford. We have information about Nightjar

Insects and reptiles: An adder may be seen sunning itself in warm weather. You might also see a butterfly dart past: the silver-washed fritillary has been seen here on several occasions. We have information about Adder and Silver-washed fritillary

How to get there:
Travelling south along the A30 take the first exit to Okehampton town centre and turn right at the first set of traffic lights (signposted North Road Industrial Estate). Turn right at the T-junction, then first left and follow the road to the top of the hill where you will find the main Abbeyford car park.

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With the exception of bridleways horse riders require a permit to ride in these woods. Please contact the District Office on 01392 832262 for an application form.
   



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Did you know

The Tarka Trail allows walkers to explore some of the places visited by Tarka the Otter on his journeys. It passes through many different landscapes, ranging from the high moor of Dartmoor and Exmoor, through the wooded Taw & Torridge valleys to the rugged north Devon coast and tranquility of the Taw/Torridge estuary. You can join the 180-mile long trail here at Abbeyford.

What's on


October
Fungi Foray

What else is here

In Abbeyford there is also
recreation

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