Seaton Wetlands is an award-winning local nature reserve that transforms the lower Axe Valley into a vibrant haven for wildlife and people alike.
Made up of four distinct sites—Seaton Marshes, Black Hole Marsh, Colyford Common, and Stafford Marsh—the reserve spans nearly 4km of level trails and scenic boardwalks.
Unlike many wilder reserves, Seaton is designed for everyone. It features over 4km of level, buggy, and wheelchair-friendly paths, and even offers an all-terrain “Tramper” mobility scooter for hire.
Hot drinks can be purchased in the discovery hut.
Flat tarmacked paths make this one of East Devon’s National Landscape most accessible sites
Latest public transport availability can be planned via Traveline’s website.
Take Seaton Road turning off the A3052, following the brown signs for’Seaton Wetlands’. Turn left into Seaton Cemetery, continue through to the Seaton Wetlands car park. Suggested donation £1.
To protect sensitive ground-nesting birds, dogs are not permitted (except assistance dogs).
Toilets near the discovery hut
With five bird hides and a 360-degree viewing platform, you can spot everything from elegant Avocets and Kingfishers to hunting Ospreys and Barn Owls.
Located at Stafford Marsh, this hub is the heart of the reserve. Here, you can learn about recent sightings, hire pond-dipping equipment, or enjoy a coffee while watching the “nest cams.”
For a truly memorable visit, you can arrive via the Seaton Tramway, which has its own dedicated “Wetlands” halt, allowing you to travel through the marshes on a heritage tram.