The Heath: Moor or less

For more in-depth information on lowland heath habitats, their conservation, history, and local management across East Devon and the Sid Valley:

• Pebblebed Heaths Conservation Trust —  

Dedicated to the stewardship, wildlife management, and historical research of the East Devon Pebblebed Heaths National Nature Reserve.

• The Wildlife Trusts – Lowland Heath Guide — 

A comprehensive overview of lowland heath ecology, characteristic species (such as nightjars, sundews, and reptiles), and the status of this plagioclimax habitat across the UK.

• Devon Wildlife Trust – Devon Heath Service — 

Details local conservation efforts, grazing programs, and species monitoring across East Devon heathland reserves.

• Explore Devon – Pebblebed Heaths — 

Information on trails, biodiversity (including Dartford warblers and silver-studded blue butterflies), and public access across the local heathland commons.

• South West Coast Path – Mutter's Moor and Peak Hill Guide —

Walking guides detailing the prehistoric settlement history, geology (Greensand and Otter Sandstone), and wildlife found on Mutter's Moor and the Sidmouth cliffs.