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Keep up to date with events, surveys and conservation days by checking this page. We'll be adding more sessions as we head into summer.
Upcoming Sessions and Events
Alphin Brook Walk
Alphin Brook Walk
Join Mindfully Wild CIC for a friendly 3.5-mile guided loop walk from St Thomas in Exeter to Ide on Friday 2nd October (10am-1pm).
As part of the walk, we'll stop at The Twisted Oak pub for around 20–30 minutes to demonstrate how we will be monitoring the health of the river with Riverfly surveys. You'll learn how you can get involved in future river monitoring sessions, conservation activities, restoration work and some of the history of the brook.
Bring a drink for the stop, or, if the Twisted Oak is open, you're welcome to purchase refreshments while we carry out the water sampling. Booking essential
Important walk information
Important walk information
Distance: Approximately 3.5 miles.
Meeting Point: St Thomas Methodist Church Carpark
Parking: Do not park in the carpark. Use local carparks or street parking
Duration: Around 2.5–3 hours, including the stop at The Twisted Oak.
Terrain: A mixture of urban pavements, quiet rural lanes, and small, uneven countryside paths, with some uphill sections.
Please wear: Suitable footwear and weather appropriate clothing, as paths may be uneven or muddy.
Booking is essential as places are limited. Under 18's must be accompanied by an adult. Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome where appropriate.
Riverfly Training
Riverfly Training
Would you like to become a citizen scientist?
We’re looking for volunteers to join our Alphin Brook Riverfly Monitoring Group! Learn how to survey freshwater invertebrates, discover what they can tell us about the health of our river, and help build a better picture of the Alphin Brook while taking part in local conservation.
Free training: Sunday 11th October at Ide School 9:30am - 4:30pm. Funded thanks to a grant from Devon County Council
After the training, the Alphin Brook will be surveyed once a month. We’re asking volunteers to commit to taking part in at least 3 surveys each year, so you can get involved without needing to be available every month. No previous experience is needed. Just an interest in your local river and a willingness to get stuck in!
For more information and to book a place on the training email: amyjones@mindfullywild.org.uk
Past Sessions & Events
Past Sessions & Events
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