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Gardening for nature at Coleton Fishacre

On this guided tour by the Head Gardener, gain insight into how the teams are working hard to restore nature in the garden by the sea.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

During the tour, learn more about the practical steps the team take to garden with greater environmental sensitivity; improving habitats, increasing biodiversity, and adapting planting and management in response to a changing climate.

Take a closer look at the measures already in place, the thinking behind them, and the challenges and opportunities that come with gardening for nature. Be inspired with simple, achievable ideas to try at home, showing how small changes in your own green space can make a meaningful difference for wildlife.

This tour takes place around the garden, on varying paths with some steps and inclines. Please wear weather appropriate clothing and suitable footwear.

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Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Accessibility

The walk will contain some steep and narrow paths.

Meeting point

Please meet at the garden walk sign behind the café.

Suitability for children

Children are very welcome when accompanied by an adult.

What to bring and wear

Please wear appropriate clothing and sturdy footwear.

Upcoming events

Little Acorns at Coleton Fishacre 

Come along and join in a free Little Acorns sessions for under 5’s at Coleton Fishacre.

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17 Jun to 16 Dec 2026
at 09:30 to 11:30+ 18 other dates or times

100 years of Coleton Fishacre 

A place of relaxation and enjoyment, the D'Oyly Carte family moved into the newly built Coleton Fishacre in 1926. To commemorate, we're taking a look back at the creation and the era.

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17 Jun to 1 Nov 2026
at 10:30 to 16:30+ 137 other dates or times

National Insect Week: Bug house making 

Join the team from Life on the Edge and kick off insect week by making a little bug box to take home and put in your garden.

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on
22 Jun 2026
at 10:30 to 13:00

'The Lost Heirs': Author talk and book signing 

Discover the stories behind the lives the D’Oyly Cartes, and join author James W Stebbings for a pop-up talk and book signing of his book, 'The Lost Heirs'.

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26 Jun to 27 Jun 2026
at 12:00 to 12:15+ 3 other dates or times