North Devon UNESCO Biosphere
@ndbiosphere.bsky.social
The North Devon UNESCO Biosphere celebrates life by recognising the connections between people and nature.
Thank you for being part of the North Devon Biosphere community this year.
We'll be back in January with more updates and opportunities to get involved. In the meantime, if you'd like to support our work, you can donate here: cafdonate.cafonline.org/20314#!/Dona...
We'll be back in January with more updates and opportunities to get involved. In the meantime, if you'd like to support our work, you can donate here: cafdonate.cafonline.org/20314#!/Dona...
December 23, 2025 at 6:34 PM
Thank you for being part of the North Devon Biosphere community this year.
We'll be back in January with more updates and opportunities to get involved. In the meantime, if you'd like to support our work, you can donate here: cafdonate.cafonline.org/20314#!/Dona...
We'll be back in January with more updates and opportunities to get involved. In the meantime, if you'd like to support our work, you can donate here: cafdonate.cafonline.org/20314#!/Dona...
We have been ranked first in the Charity Sector Top 5 in the UK Net Zero 50 Awards!
This recognition celebrates the collective effort of our partners and communities to deliver nature-based solutions, support net zero, and build a sustainable future for North Devon.
awards.digileaders.com/NetZero
This recognition celebrates the collective effort of our partners and communities to deliver nature-based solutions, support net zero, and build a sustainable future for North Devon.
awards.digileaders.com/NetZero
December 18, 2025 at 6:08 PM
We have been ranked first in the Charity Sector Top 5 in the UK Net Zero 50 Awards!
This recognition celebrates the collective effort of our partners and communities to deliver nature-based solutions, support net zero, and build a sustainable future for North Devon.
awards.digileaders.com/NetZero
This recognition celebrates the collective effort of our partners and communities to deliver nature-based solutions, support net zero, and build a sustainable future for North Devon.
awards.digileaders.com/NetZero
We've started monitoring birdsong in Ilfracombe using acoustic sensors and AI to build a picture of local biodiversity and track changes through the seasons.
These early results from October show which species were most vocal.
These early results from October show which species were most vocal.
December 17, 2025 at 5:08 PM
We've started monitoring birdsong in Ilfracombe using acoustic sensors and AI to build a picture of local biodiversity and track changes through the seasons.
These early results from October show which species were most vocal.
These early results from October show which species were most vocal.
The Hangzhou Strategic Action Plan (2026–2035) is UNESCO's roadmap for biosphere reserves worldwide—working together to tackle biodiversity loss, climate change and pollution.
🔗 https://articles.unesco.org/sites/default/files/medias/fichiers/2025/07/Second_Draft_MAB%20SAP_English.pdf
🔗 https://articles.unesco.org/sites/default/files/medias/fichiers/2025/07/Second_Draft_MAB%20SAP_English.pdf
December 15, 2025 at 12:41 PM
The Hangzhou Strategic Action Plan (2026–2035) is UNESCO's roadmap for biosphere reserves worldwide—working together to tackle biodiversity loss, climate change and pollution.
🔗 https://articles.unesco.org/sites/default/files/medias/fichiers/2025/07/Second_Draft_MAB%20SAP_English.pdf
🔗 https://articles.unesco.org/sites/default/files/medias/fichiers/2025/07/Second_Draft_MAB%20SAP_English.pdf
Biosphere Partnership member, Earth Action North Devon, is looking for a Fundraising Manager (part-time) to help power their mission to protect and improve the local environment.
Full details @earthactionnorthdevon o... https://www.earthactionnorthdevon.org/blog/fundraising-manager
@blackbeamcinema
Full details @earthactionnorthdevon o... https://www.earthactionnorthdevon.org/blog/fundraising-manager
@blackbeamcinema
December 12, 2025 at 1:18 PM
Biosphere Partnership member, Earth Action North Devon, is looking for a Fundraising Manager (part-time) to help power their mission to protect and improve the local environment.
Full details @earthactionnorthdevon o... https://www.earthactionnorthdevon.org/blog/fundraising-manager
@blackbeamcinema
Full details @earthactionnorthdevon o... https://www.earthactionnorthdevon.org/blog/fundraising-manager
@blackbeamcinema
Devon is hiring a Principal Ecologist – a pivotal role for nature recovery
Location: Exeter, Devon
Salary: £39,862–£44,075
Apply now: devonjobs.gov.uk/job/Principal%20Ecologist-21
Location: Exeter, Devon
Salary: £39,862–£44,075
Apply now: devonjobs.gov.uk/job/Principal%20Ecologist-21
December 10, 2025 at 8:23 PM
Devon is hiring a Principal Ecologist – a pivotal role for nature recovery
Location: Exeter, Devon
Salary: £39,862–£44,075
Apply now: devonjobs.gov.uk/job/Principal%20Ecologist-21
Location: Exeter, Devon
Salary: £39,862–£44,075
Apply now: devonjobs.gov.uk/job/Principal%20Ecologist-21
How can heritage help tackle climate change?
From Hadrian's Wall to the North Devon Biosphere, UNESCO sites are proving they're more than landmarks—they're living laboratories for climate action.
Read more: unesco.org.uk/resources/evaluation-report-climate-change-and-unesco-heritage-ccuh-project
From Hadrian's Wall to the North Devon Biosphere, UNESCO sites are proving they're more than landmarks—they're living laboratories for climate action.
Read more: unesco.org.uk/resources/evaluation-report-climate-change-and-unesco-heritage-ccuh-project
December 8, 2025 at 7:00 PM
How can heritage help tackle climate change?
From Hadrian's Wall to the North Devon Biosphere, UNESCO sites are proving they're more than landmarks—they're living laboratories for climate action.
Read more: unesco.org.uk/resources/evaluation-report-climate-change-and-unesco-heritage-ccuh-project
From Hadrian's Wall to the North Devon Biosphere, UNESCO sites are proving they're more than landmarks—they're living laboratories for climate action.
Read more: unesco.org.uk/resources/evaluation-report-climate-change-and-unesco-heritage-ccuh-project
Find out more about our #BiosphereCommunities project here: https://bit.ly/BiosphereCommunities
#NDBiosphere #NorthDevonBiosphere #NationalLottery
#NDBiosphere #NorthDevonBiosphere #NationalLottery
December 4, 2025 at 5:33 PM
Find out more about our #BiosphereCommunities project here: https://bit.ly/BiosphereCommunities
#NDBiosphere #NorthDevonBiosphere #NationalLottery
#NDBiosphere #NorthDevonBiosphere #NationalLottery
Managing Beavers in northern Devon – The conversation has begun!
Last Friday, the North Devon UNESCO Biosphere team joined Devon Wildlife Trust at Umberleigh Village Hall for a packed event exploring the potential for a Beaver Ma... https://www.devonwildlifetrust.org/what-we-do/our-projects/beavers
Last Friday, the North Devon UNESCO Biosphere team joined Devon Wildlife Trust at Umberleigh Village Hall for a packed event exploring the potential for a Beaver Ma... https://www.devonwildlifetrust.org/what-we-do/our-projects/beavers
December 2, 2025 at 6:34 PM
Managing Beavers in northern Devon – The conversation has begun!
Last Friday, the North Devon UNESCO Biosphere team joined Devon Wildlife Trust at Umberleigh Village Hall for a packed event exploring the potential for a Beaver Ma... https://www.devonwildlifetrust.org/what-we-do/our-projects/beavers
Last Friday, the North Devon UNESCO Biosphere team joined Devon Wildlife Trust at Umberleigh Village Hall for a packed event exploring the potential for a Beaver Ma... https://www.devonwildlifetrust.org/what-we-do/our-projects/beavers
Last week Tom, Project Co-ordinator and the #BiosphereCommunuities Project, Martin from 361 Energy and Chloe from Petroc Earth Scholars atte... https://bit.ly/BiosphereCommunities
https://www.devon.gov.uk/news/devon-plymouth-torbay-careers-hub-calls-on-employers-to-help-shape-future-workforce/?amp=1
https://www.devon.gov.uk/news/devon-plymouth-torbay-careers-hub-calls-on-employers-to-help-shape-future-workforce/?amp=1
November 29, 2025 at 11:20 AM
Last week Tom, Project Co-ordinator and the #BiosphereCommunuities Project, Martin from 361 Energy and Chloe from Petroc Earth Scholars atte... https://bit.ly/BiosphereCommunities
https://www.devon.gov.uk/news/devon-plymouth-torbay-careers-hub-calls-on-employers-to-help-shape-future-workforce/?amp=1
https://www.devon.gov.uk/news/devon-plymouth-torbay-careers-hub-calls-on-employers-to-help-shape-future-workforce/?amp=1
The Movement for Good Awards – 12 Days of Giving is back! This festive initiative will donate £... https://movementforgood.com/index.php?cn=1156589&ct=environment_and_climate&i=1764344100-52657.gif&utm_source=holiday+card&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=M4G2025card&utm_id=M4G2025card#nominateACharity
Nominate now! - Movement for Good awards
We could receive a £1,000 donation with your help throught the Movement for Good 12 Days Christmas Draw.
movementforgood.com
November 28, 2025 at 5:11 PM
The Movement for Good Awards – 12 Days of Giving is back! This festive initiative will donate £... https://movementforgood.com/index.php?cn=1156589&ct=environment_and_climate&i=1764344100-52657.gif&utm_source=holiday+card&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=M4G2025card&utm_id=M4G2025card#nominateACharity
TONIGHT: Beavers in North Devon - FREE Film Night
📍Umberleigh Village Hall, Umberleigh EX37 9AA
📅Friday Nov 28
🕕 6pm to 9pm
Book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/beavers-in-north-devon-free-film-night-tickets-1924071863739
📍Umberleigh Village Hall, Umberleigh EX37 9AA
📅Friday Nov 28
🕕 6pm to 9pm
Book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/beavers-in-north-devon-free-film-night-tickets-1924071863739
November 28, 2025 at 10:17 AM
TONIGHT: Beavers in North Devon - FREE Film Night
📍Umberleigh Village Hall, Umberleigh EX37 9AA
📅Friday Nov 28
🕕 6pm to 9pm
Book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/beavers-in-north-devon-free-film-night-tickets-1924071863739
📍Umberleigh Village Hall, Umberleigh EX37 9AA
📅Friday Nov 28
🕕 6pm to 9pm
Book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/beavers-in-north-devon-free-film-night-tickets-1924071863739
We've just launched our first Smart Marine Buoy, a major step forward in collecting real-time ocean data to support marine conservation, climate resilience, and sustainable development.
🔗 Read the full story: https://smartbiosphere.org/news/our-first-marine-buoy-is-launched
🔗 Read the full story: https://smartbiosphere.org/news/our-first-marine-buoy-is-launched
November 27, 2025 at 1:58 PM
We've just launched our first Smart Marine Buoy, a major step forward in collecting real-time ocean data to support marine conservation, climate resilience, and sustainable development.
🔗 Read the full story: https://smartbiosphere.org/news/our-first-marine-buoy-is-launched
🔗 Read the full story: https://smartbiosphere.org/news/our-first-marine-buoy-is-launched
THIS FRIDAY: Beavers in North Devon - FREE Film Night
📍Umberleigh Village Hall, Umberleigh EX37 9AA
📅Friday Nov 28
🕕 6pm to 9pm
Book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/beavers-in-north-devon-free-film-night-tickets-1924071863739
📍Umberleigh Village Hall, Umberleigh EX37 9AA
📅Friday Nov 28
🕕 6pm to 9pm
Book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/beavers-in-north-devon-free-film-night-tickets-1924071863739
November 26, 2025 at 12:58 PM
THIS FRIDAY: Beavers in North Devon - FREE Film Night
📍Umberleigh Village Hall, Umberleigh EX37 9AA
📅Friday Nov 28
🕕 6pm to 9pm
Book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/beavers-in-north-devon-free-film-night-tickets-1924071863739
📍Umberleigh Village Hall, Umberleigh EX37 9AA
📅Friday Nov 28
🕕 6pm to 9pm
Book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/beavers-in-north-devon-free-film-night-tickets-1924071863739
New water quality sensors deployed at Taw Bridge as part of our Smart Biosphere "living lab." Real-time data will help us understand estuarine pollution and support nature recovery.
Read more: https://smartbiosphere.org/news/early-learnings-from-the-taw-bridge-sensors
Read more: https://smartbiosphere.org/news/early-learnings-from-the-taw-bridge-sensors
November 24, 2025 at 3:03 PM
New water quality sensors deployed at Taw Bridge as part of our Smart Biosphere "living lab." Real-time data will help us understand estuarine pollution and support nature recovery.
Read more: https://smartbiosphere.org/news/early-learnings-from-the-taw-bridge-sensors
Read more: https://smartbiosphere.org/news/early-learnings-from-the-taw-bridge-sensors
Last week, members of our Biosphere Communities team joined the Climate Action Fund Festival in Birmingham—a day of inspiration and discussion.
It was good to meet so many people from other projects around the country with similar aims, ideals, and challenges, and learn about helpful new practices.
It was good to meet so many people from other projects around the country with similar aims, ideals, and challenges, and learn about helpful new practices.
November 21, 2025 at 7:55 AM
Last week, members of our Biosphere Communities team joined the Climate Action Fund Festival in Birmingham—a day of inspiration and discussion.
It was good to meet so many people from other projects around the country with similar aims, ideals, and challenges, and learn about helpful new practices.
It was good to meet so many people from other projects around the country with similar aims, ideals, and challenges, and learn about helpful new practices.
🏆 We're thrilled to announce that the #BiosphereCommunities Project has won the VCSE Sector Environment and Heritage Award at the NDVS Community Awards 2025!
📍 Learn more about the project: www.northdevonbiosphere.org.uk/biosphere-communities-project.html
📍 Learn more about the project: www.northdevonbiosphere.org.uk/biosphere-communities-project.html
November 19, 2025 at 2:06 PM
🏆 We're thrilled to announce that the #BiosphereCommunities Project has won the VCSE Sector Environment and Heritage Award at the NDVS Community Awards 2025!
📍 Learn more about the project: www.northdevonbiosphere.org.uk/biosphere-communities-project.html
📍 Learn more about the project: www.northdevonbiosphere.org.uk/biosphere-communities-project.html
🎟️ Play the Lottery – Support the North Devon UNESCO Biosphere!
Support the Biosphere: https://www.northdevoncommunitylottery.co.uk/support/the-north-devon-biosphere-foundation?utm_campaign=cause-page-social-share&utm_source=cause-page&utm_medium=social&utm_content=Hyperlink
Support the Biosphere: https://www.northdevoncommunitylottery.co.uk/support/the-north-devon-biosphere-foundation?utm_campaign=cause-page-social-share&utm_source=cause-page&utm_medium=social&utm_content=Hyperlink
November 17, 2025 at 6:51 PM
🎟️ Play the Lottery – Support the North Devon UNESCO Biosphere!
Support the Biosphere: https://www.northdevoncommunitylottery.co.uk/support/the-north-devon-biosphere-foundation?utm_campaign=cause-page-social-share&utm_source=cause-page&utm_medium=social&utm_content=Hyperlink
Support the Biosphere: https://www.northdevoncommunitylottery.co.uk/support/the-north-devon-biosphere-foundation?utm_campaign=cause-page-social-share&utm_source=cause-page&utm_medium=social&utm_content=Hyperlink
"Since wars begin in the minds of men, it is in the minds of men that the defences of peace must be constructed."
— UNESCO Constitution, London, 1945
👉 Learn more about UNESCO at 80: unesco.org.uk/news/unesco-at-80
— UNESCO Constitution, London, 1945
👉 Learn more about UNESCO at 80: unesco.org.uk/news/unesco-at-80
November 16, 2025 at 11:08 AM
"Since wars begin in the minds of men, it is in the minds of men that the defences of peace must be constructed."
— UNESCO Constitution, London, 1945
👉 Learn more about UNESCO at 80: unesco.org.uk/news/unesco-at-80
— UNESCO Constitution, London, 1945
👉 Learn more about UNESCO at 80: unesco.org.uk/news/unesco-at-80
Join wildlife expert Stephen Powles as he shares fascinating insights into the lives of tawny owls. Organized by Devon Wildlife Trust Barnstaple & District Local Group.
- Fri 14 Nov
- 7:30 PM
- Fremington Parish Hall, Higher Rd, Fremington, Barnstaple, EX31 3BG
- Donation: £3 | Everyone Welcome
- Fri 14 Nov
- 7:30 PM
- Fremington Parish Hall, Higher Rd, Fremington, Barnstaple, EX31 3BG
- Donation: £3 | Everyone Welcome
November 9, 2025 at 11:08 AM
Join wildlife expert Stephen Powles as he shares fascinating insights into the lives of tawny owls. Organized by Devon Wildlife Trust Barnstaple & District Local Group.
- Fri 14 Nov
- 7:30 PM
- Fremington Parish Hall, Higher Rd, Fremington, Barnstaple, EX31 3BG
- Donation: £3 | Everyone Welcome
- Fri 14 Nov
- 7:30 PM
- Fremington Parish Hall, Higher Rd, Fremington, Barnstaple, EX31 3BG
- Donation: £3 | Everyone Welcome
Recording #5 – UNESCO 80th
We invite you to audio record yourself reading this passage and contribute to a collective project celebrating UNESCO's 80th anniversary.
📩 Submit your audio recording by 11th November to: [email protected]
Thanks for taking part!
We invite you to audio record yourself reading this passage and contribute to a collective project celebrating UNESCO's 80th anniversary.
📩 Submit your audio recording by 11th November to: [email protected]
Thanks for taking part!
November 8, 2025 at 1:46 PM
Recording #5 – UNESCO 80th
We invite you to audio record yourself reading this passage and contribute to a collective project celebrating UNESCO's 80th anniversary.
📩 Submit your audio recording by 11th November to: [email protected]
Thanks for taking part!
We invite you to audio record yourself reading this passage and contribute to a collective project celebrating UNESCO's 80th anniversary.
📩 Submit your audio recording by 11th November to: [email protected]
Thanks for taking part!
As part of the Smart Biosphere, dozens of water quality sensors are hard at work in rivers and streams across the North Devon UNESCO Biosphere. These sensors provide real-time data on water health, helping us monitor pollution, track changes, and support nature recovery and climate resilience.
November 7, 2025 at 9:38 PM
As part of the Smart Biosphere, dozens of water quality sensors are hard at work in rivers and streams across the North Devon UNESCO Biosphere. These sensors provide real-time data on water health, helping us monitor pollution, track changes, and support nature recovery and climate resilience.
Recording #4
📩 Submit your audio recording by 11th November to: [email protected]
The final creation will be released on 16th November.
📩 Submit your audio recording by 11th November to: [email protected]
The final creation will be released on 16th November.
November 7, 2025 at 4:34 PM
Recording #4
📩 Submit your audio recording by 11th November to: [email protected]
The final creation will be released on 16th November.
📩 Submit your audio recording by 11th November to: [email protected]
The final creation will be released on 16th November.
It's been brilliant chatting to people in Barnstaple Library over the last few weeks and learning about the joy and hope that have been connected with the #MyBiosphere Photo Competition.
In the coming weeks we'll place all of the entries to the competition on an online gallery. Look out for news!
In the coming weeks we'll place all of the entries to the competition on an online gallery. Look out for news!
November 6, 2025 at 3:05 PM
It's been brilliant chatting to people in Barnstaple Library over the last few weeks and learning about the joy and hope that have been connected with the #MyBiosphere Photo Competition.
In the coming weeks we'll place all of the entries to the competition on an online gallery. Look out for news!
In the coming weeks we'll place all of the entries to the competition on an online gallery. Look out for news!
Recording #3
Your voice can help bring these words to life.
Submit your audio recording by 11th November to:
📩 [email protected]
The final creation will be shared on 16th November, UNESCO's founding day.
Your voice can help bring these words to life.
Submit your audio recording by 11th November to:
📩 [email protected]
The final creation will be shared on 16th November, UNESCO's founding day.
November 5, 2025 at 10:45 AM
Recording #3
Your voice can help bring these words to life.
Submit your audio recording by 11th November to:
📩 [email protected]
The final creation will be shared on 16th November, UNESCO's founding day.
Your voice can help bring these words to life.
Submit your audio recording by 11th November to:
📩 [email protected]
The final creation will be shared on 16th November, UNESCO's founding day.