Countryside and Wildlife
Find out about the Teignbridge Countryside Rangers, Country Parks and Nature Reserves you can visit, guided walks and events with a countryside theme and the District's wealth of wildlife.
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Dartmoor National Park
A large part of Teignbridge District is in Dartmoor National Park, where there is a separate Ranger Service. Click here for more information about Dartmoor. -
Guided Walks and Events
The Teignbridge Rangers run guided walks and events to help people enjoy the countryside and its wildlife. -
How to help in the countryside
Working together to make the countryside a better place for wildlife and people is great fun. You can make new friends, have a good laugh, and learn about wildlife and rural skills. You don't have to be especially fit or an expert to join in. -
Places to Go
Visit the countryside on your doorstep! Teignbridge has a wide range of Country Parks, Nature Reserves and other green spaces so there's somewhere that everyone can enjoy. -
Protected species
Certain plants and animals have special protection under law, normally because of their vulnerable conservation status. -
Walking in the Countryside
There are plenty of footpaths, trails and circular walks that you can follow in the countryside around and about Teignbridge. Here is some information and website links so you can find out more. -
Wildlife and geology = biodiversity
Teignbridge has a wonderful wealth of wildlife and surprisingly varied geology. The Teignbridge and Dartmoor Biodiversity Action Plans aim to conserve and enhance our wildlife and geology - with your help - for all to enjoy. -
Woodland Management
The Council's Ranger Service looks after 15 woodlands for people and wildlife. If you live near one of them, or enjoy using them, have a look at the management plan.