The River Sid will be providing the backdrop for the 2025 Sidmouth Nature Festival, to be held at the top of the Byes on Saturday 7th June between 10am and 3pm.
The town council’s website gives more on the programme of the Sid Valley Nature Festival: A series of FREE fun activities from environmental organisations across the Sid Valley, designed to engage and educate visitors of all ages
Here’s the poster:
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And here’s a little more about the weekend celebrating biodiversity:
In Tune with Nature: Wildlife events in the Sid Valley
by Dr Emma Pilgrim
This June, Sidmouth celebrates our own connection with wildlife through a weekend of nature-themed events, perfect for all ages and interests hosted by Sid Valley Biodiversity Group and Eco Hub Sidmouth. This is perfect opportunity to pause and reflect on the natural world around us; and how we can encourage both wildlife and ourselves to thrive.
Sid Valley Biodiversity Group’s Summer Festival of Nature – 6th – 7th June
Celebrate local wildlife and community action at the Sid Valley Biodiversity Group’s Summer Festival of Nature.
Friday 6 June, 7pm – Kennaway House, Sidmouth
Wildlife photographer Carol Harper presents the beauty of our marine life through her unique free-swimming lens.
Saturday 7 June, 10am–3pm – The Byes, Sidmouth
A family-friendly day of nature-inspired activities including guided walks, storytelling, singing, and eco-art. The Nature Photo Competition is now open—details at: sidvalleybiodiversity.org/sidmouth-nature-festival-2025
Saturday 7 June, 9.15pm–11pm – The Byes
Join a free guided bat walk. Booking essential; spaces are limited.
Eco Hub Sidmouth Part of a year-long project promoting local community climate action
Sunday 8 June – Radway Cinema, Sidmouth
Wilding – Film screening and panel discussion (inspired by Isabella Tree’s bestselling book) exploring the rewilding of the Knepp Estate.
Hosted by agroecologist Dr Emma Pilgrim with speakers:
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Rebecca Wrigley (Rewilding Britain)
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Mish Kennaway (Escot Estate)
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Vicky McLachlan (Ecological Restorer)
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Dr Nick Kirsop-Taylor (University of Exeter)
Tickets from £7.45 at sidmouth.scottcinemas.co.uk
Upcoming events: on Protecting Biodiversity
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14 June –11am–1pm – Sidmouth Tourist Information Centre
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28 June, 11am–1pm – Sidmouth Library
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11–11.45am: Storytime with children’s author Jo Earlam reading Rosa’s Footprint – a gentle tale about how small choices can help the planet.
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