Heath Week 2026: Otter Valley Association – “Southern Heaths, Ponds and Reservoir”

Otter Valley Association – “Southern Heaths, Ponds and Reservoir” A Heath Week walk: covering Bicton Common, East Budleigh Common, Withycombe Raleigh Common and Dalditch plantation; taking in Bystock Ponds and Squabmoor Reservoir. There will stops for coffee and lunch. This event is free but booking via walk leader is appreciated. Please contact walk leader: Ted Swan 07848 852463 or swanstandg@btinternet.com to book. For more information about the Otter Valley Association click here. Event Details

• Date: Wednesday 29th July 2026
• Time: 10:00-14:00
• Location: Estuary View Car Park W3W: alarmed.best.ripen Grid Reference: SY 03170 87227

Know before you go… Distance 7.5 miles. Dogs on leads welcome. Dress for the weather, sturdy footwear recommended. Moderate terrain with a couple of hills. Leisurely pace.   This event is organised as part of Heath Week 2026. Heath Week celebrates our heathland heritage with a week of events reflecting the ecology, history and recreational importance of the Pebblebed Heaths National Nature Reserve. Enjoy walks, talks and activities for all ages and interests many of them free or by donation. Find out more about Heath Week here.