ENVIRONMENT
Wildlife in the South Hams AONB is under extreme threat from Climate Change and loss of habitat. Without our concerted efforts to rebuild habitats in our gardens, farmlands, riverbanks and seashore - some species are tottering on the brink of extinction. Local action to monitor, rebuild and conserve our wildlife is of great importance and very rewarding. Nature wants to live, and will live, if we give it a chance.
Awards
The genuine concern for the Environment of the people, businesses and farms in Bigbury has been acknowledged in recent years. Bigbury Golf Club won the England Golf Award for Sustainability Project of the Year 2023, BNZ won the South Hams Community Award (Commended) 23/24 and the BBC Radio Devon Environmental Award (Highly Commended) 2022. Venus Cafe is an environment pioneer in their industry winning Queen's Award for Sustainability (2005 & 2010) and the First Choice Responsible Tourism Award 2005
Some of Our Volunteers
A treasure trove of expertise and passion is being discovered as volunteers join up to devise ways that our community can protect the environment and rebuild nature in Bigbury.
"I’ve been associated with Bigbury since starting school in Yealmpton in 1983…and I’ve been jumping in the sea here regularly ever since"
Tim Smith
BNZ Committee
Our Local Business Supporters
Giles Fuchs
Burgh Island co-owner
“In a damaged world it’s wonderful to help at grassroots level to make a difference.”
Louisa & Michael Smith
BNZ Committee & Venus
Russell & Amanda
The Beach Shop
Dave & Lynda
Herb Heaven
“Amazing commitment & energy. Proud to be part of it”
Cathy & Gordon
Folly & Willings Organic Farm
Caroline Barker
Shop local, save petrol and support local business
Mathew Gibbs
GM Bigbury Golf Club
“We have a duty to do all that we can for the Environment"
Jas & Jazwinder
Holywell Stores
Fish Family
Challon's Combe Organic Meat & Dairy
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Local Government Supporters
Our Partners
