Holyford Woods Local Nature Reserve
Holyford Woods Local Nature Reserve
Holyford Woods Local Nature Reserve
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A tranquil woodland teeming with wildlife, ideal for a family outing. Holyford Woods is a beautiful woodland, nestled in a picturesque valley near Seaton. The site is managed by our countryside team in partnership with the Holyford Woodland Trust, who helped to raise funds to buy the site in 2001. Oak, ash and hazel abound at Holyford Woods where birds nest in tree holes, bats roost in handy cre
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lukeeveleigh
Exmouth, UK320 contributions
Nov 2019
I was there on Thursday 14th November 2019, with the "East Devon Countryside Team" to do a scrub clearance by the footpath, to enable the bluebells to flourish in the coming Spring. I was there with 13 other people including the person leading the group and tasks, between 10am and 2pm that day, despite the cold weather. This was also the woods where I seen some local people do a cross country run.
What lovely autumn colours I seen on the trees at this time of year.
What lovely autumn colours I seen on the trees at this time of year.
Written November 24, 2019
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lukeeveleigh
Exmouth, UK320 contributions
Aug 2019
I was there for volunteer work on Thursday 8th August 2019. This woodland is a nature reserve, not far from the main road through Colyford. It is a lovely time of year to harvest blackberries when going along the footpath, walking to the woods at this time of year.
Written August 13, 2019
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averre2016
Truro, UK9 contributions
Oct 2016 • Couples
Different lengths of walk make this site accessible to all. A few well placed bird hides are little oasis' along the way. Very enjoyable.
Written October 26, 2016
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Geraldine C
Bedford, UK13 contributions
Apr 2016
Enjoyed a beautiful early morning dog walk in this woodland when I I was lucky enough to have the nature reserve all to myself!
Nice stream running through and informative boards educating people about the habitats within fallen trees
Nice stream running through and informative boards educating people about the habitats within fallen trees
Written April 11, 2016
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Elle
Information and Events Officer
Written October 12, 2016
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Ruth
Crowland, UK6 contributions
May 2022 • Family
We visited this woodland as we were staying a stone's throw away and it seemed silly not to!
It's a lovely little woodland, we were the only souls in there when we went.
✨ Signposted from the road
✨ There is a map on entry to the woodland to show you the routes
✨ The paths were clean (no dog mess) which was a pleasant surprise
✨ Lots of lovely flora to enjoy - the foxgloves were particularly enchanting
✨ We completed the blue route in about an hour
Things to note:
✍🏼 It is an unstaffed woodland with no toilet facilities or refreshments
✍🏼 The paths are varied, some are quite steep, there are some uneven stretches and some raised tree roots etc, there were a few narrow stretches too.
✍🏼 Not suitable for buggies or wheelchairs
It's a lovely little woodland, we were the only souls in there when we went.
✨ Signposted from the road
✨ There is a map on entry to the woodland to show you the routes
✨ The paths were clean (no dog mess) which was a pleasant surprise
✨ Lots of lovely flora to enjoy - the foxgloves were particularly enchanting
✨ We completed the blue route in about an hour
Things to note:
✍🏼 It is an unstaffed woodland with no toilet facilities or refreshments
✍🏼 The paths are varied, some are quite steep, there are some uneven stretches and some raised tree roots etc, there were a few narrow stretches too.
✍🏼 Not suitable for buggies or wheelchairs
Written May 29, 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Debbieg5555
London, UK19 contributions
Apr 2019 • Family
Really beautiful woods, lovely walk. Bluebells breathtaking. Impressed with the conservation work they are doing.well worth a visit.
Written May 29, 2019
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Maureen K
Colyton, UK357 contributions
Apr 2019 • Couples
We often walk through the woods here. It is especially good at blue bell time when the sides of the slopes are covered in blue, just lovely. However at anytime of year there is always something to see and great to hear the birds singing. East Devon at its best.
Written May 7, 2019
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deesmail
Maidstone, UK9 contributions
Oct 2018 • Couples
Lovely wood, very quiet and peaceful, we only meet two other walkers the time we were there, lots of good sniffs for the dogs, and a stream for them to paddle in, our elderly dog manged the 2 mile round walk, only having to be carried back up the field to the car.
We picked today to go there as the wind was very strong elsewhere, but down in this valley we were very protected from it- so very nice indeed.
We picked today to go there as the wind was very strong elsewhere, but down in this valley we were very protected from it- so very nice indeed.
Written October 28, 2018
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peteratompkins
Cambridgeshire, UK5 contributions
Jun 2017 • Family
we really enjoyed walking and watching the wildlife in this area many birds and mammals were spotted on a number of walks that we took
Written July 1, 2017
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The woods are a beautiful place to spend time walking and I am pleased you saw a variety of wildlife.
Although you are very unlikely to see them, the woods have nesting dormice which is very exciting news!
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Elle
Information and Events Officer
Written December 5, 2017
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Anne G
Exeter, UK49 contributions
May 2016 • Couples
A walk in the woodlands to revive your sole. This quit and peaceful place will revive you for the rest of the week. Keep an eye open for deer, bird boxes, bat boxes, moorehens. I even saw a barn owl once.
Written May 23, 2016
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Thanks for letting us know your feedback, I'm glad you enjoyed your visit.
Elle
Information and Events Officer
Written October 12, 2016
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
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Holyford Woods Local Nature Reserve (Colyford) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about Holyford Woods Local Nature Reserve
- Hotels near Holyford Woods Local Nature Reserve:
- (0.24 mi) The Granary
- (0.21 mi) 5 bedroom accommodation in Colyford, near Seaton
- (0.21 mi) 2 bedroom accommodation in Whitwell Farm, Colyford, near Seaton
- (0.21 mi) 1 bedroom accommodation in Whitwell Farm, Colyford, near Seaton
- (0.21 mi) 4 bedroom accommodation in Colyford, near Seaton
- Restaurants near Holyford Woods Local Nature Reserve:
- (1.08 mi) Merchant Tea Rooms & Bistro
- (1.14 mi) The Kingfisher
- (2.03 mi) Flipside
- (1.98 mi) Old Picture House
- (1.17 mi) The Wheelwright Inn
- Attractions near Holyford Woods Local Nature Reserve:
- (1.92 mi) Seaton Tramway
- (2.39 mi) Beer Quarry Caves
- (2.01 mi) South West Coast Path - Hooken Cliffs
- (2.10 mi) Green Room Healing
- (1.28 mi) Seaton Wetlands Nature Reserve