We often don’t have the time to include all the things we’d like to in our meetings, or to dive deeper into the themes and issues that guide our work, so we’ve put together a collection of videos and images that help us take a closer look at the diversity and value of ‘nature connections’.Â
Your connections
We asked you, our Ambassadors, to share photos showing how you have connected with or embraced the benefits of nature. We received some great shots, capturing moments and places that have provided a moment of calm or a nature-based boost and made you feel glad for time spent in the landscape.Â
Beautiful coloured seaweed found during a walk on Seaton Beach, Devon – Karin Frewin @kfmarketinguk
Fire Beacon Hill on a crisp January morning. A meditative moment enjoying the view and sounds of nature. Sarah Protherough @thelittlecarvinghut
Dormouse curled up asleep in the grass, but not yet in hibernation, found on Aylesbeare Common – Elizabeth Carter
Stunning Sidmouth skies on a winter afternoon
I’m very lucky to live on the edge of Aylesbeare common – getting out there once a day, embracing a bit of nature (and if I’m lucky spotting a Dartford warbler) has brought some solace to these hectic times. Rob Skinner @NationalTrust
A dad with two little boys stopped to ask what I was photographing, and were amazed to see this fungi. They would have walked right by without seeing it if I hadn’t been there – Norah Jaggers, National Landscape/Jurassic Ambassador
The view across my (Sid) valley – thank God for the ability to take a morning or lunchtime walk out from my home office(box) and enjoy the sights and sounds of nature on my doorstep… this small thing has helped me cope with the isolation of lockdown.
Early colour on riverside walk – Diana East, Sidmouth Arboretum
Mulching King Johns Oak – volunteers coming together to conserve this ancient tree near Shute (2019)
Sidmouth – reflections on water
Sidmouth views from the SW coast path – looking south-west
Adding new fruit to an old community orchard @Sidmouth Arboretum
Deep in the Undercliff, something stirred….hands on with nature by the Axe Team – Terry Sweeney
Beautiful coloured seaweed found during a walk on Seaton Beach, Devon – Karin Frewin @kfmarketinguk
Fire Beacon Hill on a crisp January morning. A meditative moment enjoying the view and sounds of nature. Sarah Protherough @thelittlecarvinghut
Dormouse curled up asleep in the grass, but not yet in hibernation, found on Aylesbeare Common – Elizabeth Carter
Stunning Sidmouth skies on a winter afternoon
I’m very lucky to live on the edge of Aylesbeare common – getting out there once a day, embracing a bit of nature (and if I’m lucky spotting a Dartford warbler) has brought some solace to these hectic times. Rob Skinner @NationalTrust
A dad with two little boys stopped to ask what I was photographing, and were amazed to see this fungi. They would have walked right by without seeing it if I hadn’t been there – Norah Jaggers, National Landscape/Jurassic Ambassador
The view across my (Sid) valley – thank God for the ability to take a morning or lunchtime walk out from my home office(box) and enjoy the sights and sounds of nature on my doorstep… this small thing has helped me cope with the isolation of lockdown.
Early colour on riverside walk – Diana East, Sidmouth Arboretum
Mulching King Johns Oak – volunteers coming together to conserve this ancient tree near Shute (2019)
Sidmouth – reflections on water
Sidmouth views from the SW coast path – looking south-west
Adding new fruit to an old community orchard @Sidmouth Arboretum
Deep in the Undercliff, something stirred….hands on with nature by the Axe Team – Terry Sweeney
How we connect
What is nature connectedness?
What is nature connectedness?
A quick guide from the pioneering team at University of Derby; research that’s influencing leading nature conservation organisations worldwide.
Very important life skills
Have you ever wondered how tall that very tall-looking tree really is?  Use this surprisingly simple method to estimate the height of a tree in metres.
ART OUT OF NATURE
If you previously missed this BBC4 documentary then this is definitely worth a watch.
Forest, Field & Sky takes a journey through six different landscapes across Britain whose work explores our relationship to the natural world.
As vast as the sky, small as a pebble… discover art that’s made from nature.
More to explore
Butterfly eggs & Blackthorn
This ‘creative short’ film takes us into the landscape looking for hidden eggs of the Brown Hairstreak butterfly, part of our species recovery work #SavingSpecialSpecies
Inspired by nature
One of a collection of stunning films from Green Renaissance exploring human and nature connections. Visual poetry from the wise words of ordinary people.Â
National Landscapes in conversation
East Devon and Blackdown Hills National Landscape managers (Chris & Tim) giving a relaxed insight into the work we do, why it’s important for people to connect with nature and the future ambitions for nature recovery within National Landscapes.
Pathways to nature
Mike Green (National Landscape Ambassador) has volunteered lots of his time to make improvements on the East Devon Way. Walking with his family, this film showcases the route – connecting people with nature and each other along the way.
Not just scenery
Ambassador representative Derek Carter, reflects on last year’s meeting and joins Chris Woodruff to discuss his views of the landscape over the last 12 months.
For further information on our species recovery project, visit the #SavingSpecialSpecies pages or contact
Ruth Worsley – our Wildlife Engagement Officer: [email protected]
In case you missed it
If you missed the meeting or want to share it with someone else so that they can learn about the Grey Long-eared bats or our #SavingSpecialSpecies work, a recording of the meeting can be viewed here
More to Explore
Our National Landscape Projects
We lead, partner and support projects that focus on a wide range of themes, including landscape and heritage, environmental quality and climate, biodiversity, recreation and tourism.
Outdoors & Active
Whether you prefer walking, cycling, running or playing, everyone feels happier and healthier when they spend time in nature being more active.
East Devon Way
Discover the hidden gems of East Devon and explore this much loved walking route that links 40 miles of public footpaths, trails and bridleways.