Exmoor National Park

17/08/2026

"One result of having a pond installed under the FiPL programme has been an increase in insects and swallows. At least 50 swallows have fledged from our Exmoor farm this year, with a record 39 ringed. This compares to 24 ringed in 2024, before the pond was made."

Do you have a one-off Exmoor project that could be eligible for 'Farming in Protected Landscapes' (FiPL) funding?

Get more info
www.exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk/community/farming-in-protected-landscapes

Thanks very much to Brian Milligan for this photo and comment

Exmoor Hill Farming Network FWAG SouthWest The Farming Community Network NFU - National Farmers' Union Exmoor Young Farmers Club fans

17/08/2026

Here's some more FREE events coming up at Exmoor National Park Centre, Dunster this week...

(Donations to CareMoor for Exmoor much appreciated)
for all the details and more exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk/exmoor-for-everyone/events

A Walk through Dunster's History 11am-1pm Weds 19 Aug 2026
Meet Dunster National Park Centre

White-tailed eagle themed nature and art sessions
Dunster National Park Centre 10:30-12:30 and 1:30-3:30 Weds 19 Aug

17/08/2026

❗ We have compiled a wide range of guidance and information around bluetongue to support you and to help you to prepare: https://fcn.org.uk/blog/2026/08/13/bluetongue-support-and-preparation/

This includes updates from AHDB, Animal and Plant Health Agency and farm vets.

We will continue to add to the blog over the coming days and weeks.

FCN volunteers are here to listen and support you - now, and every day of the year. Contact us on 03000 111 999 (7am-11pm) or email [email protected] in confidence.

14/08/2026

14/08/2026

🔥 Please stop lighting fires. 🔥

We're continuing to receive reports of fires & BBQs being lit across our sites in Somerset. Fire Risk is extremely high at the moment

These special places are home to rare wildlife, grazing livestock, nationally important habitats and people's homes. A campfire, fire pit or disposable BBQ might seem harmless, but it only takes a single spark to start a wildfire that can devastate nature in minutes.

If you see a fire, call 999 immediately and ask for Fire & Rescue. Early reporting can make all the difference.

🙏 Please help us spread the word by sharing this message. Thank you for helping us care for these special places.

14/08/2026

Disposable barbecues temporarily banned…

Single-use grills pose a "significant risk to the public" in current drought and heatwave conditions, the government warns.

13/08/2026

13/08/2026