RSPCA staff have been left scratching their heads after a string of call-outs to collect ‘drunk’ gulls.
The animal welfare charity is concerned that the birds have been gaining access to waste products from a local brewery or alcohol producer which has been making them ill.
RSPCA officers Jo Daniel, Clara Scully and Paul Adams have collected a number of birds exhibiting the same symptoms in recent weeks.
“We have had a number of these come through over the last couple of weeks,” Inspector Daniel said. “We think they’re gaining access to some brewing waste products...
Explore this magical heathland at night Join the Countryside rangers and the Learning Officer from the Pebblebed Heaths Conservation Trust for a night walk as part of Heath Week celebrations.
Listen for nightjars and bats, learn about your night vision and finish off with a hot yummy chocolate.
A Heath Week event with Devon Orienteering club Come along to Uphams Plantation and try out this exciting activity.
Use a map to find the hidden locations. Suitable for beginners and families.
All maps and instructions provided. Multiple courses to suit different abilities.
Organised by Devon Orienteering Club in partnership with Clinton Devon Estates and Wild East Devon. Dogs welcome on leads. Not suitable for wheelchairs.
Suggested donation £1 per child. No booking required.
elebrate the amazing heaths - Exmouth's natural playground! Heath Week is a week of activities catering for wildlife, sport and history enthusiasts. The week kicks off with the Family Festival on Sunday 29 July at Woodbury Castle.
Discover more at heathweek.org and facebook.com/heathweek
A partnership event with Devon Wildlife Trust, RSPB, Pebblebed Heaths and Clinton Devon Estates.
Suggested donation £5 per group. No booking required.
The British Heart Foundation (BHF) is calling on all crafty shoppers from Exeter to help beat heart disease by taking part in The Big Stitch campaign.
Style seekers can help raise vital funds for life saving heart research, by buying an item from the Exeter Home & Fashion BHF shop and adding their own personal stamp to it. The best will be in with a chance of winning one of three fantastic prizes. The Exeter Home & Fashion BHF shop, based at 160 Sidwell Street is one of 530 BHF clothing and accessory shops across the UK. BHF shops are full of amazing finds that can easily...
