Natural landmarks · South West England
Red Squirrel Encounter
In or near Gittisham.
Red Squirrel Encounter — a place in South West England, United Kingdom.
David Smith — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Feniton · 2.0 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Red Squirrel Encounter is a place located in South West England, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
The Authentic Saxon Village offers visitors a glimpse into Saxon life through various activities such as crafting wooden souvenirs, roasting marshmallows, and striking a Saxon penny. These experiences are designed to be both entertaining and educational, showcasing Saxon costume, craft, and culture.
Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: East Devon
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Red Squirrel Encounter is located in South-West England. This wildlife experience focuses on the conservation of the native red squirrel, providing visitors with the opportunity to observe these animals in their natural habitat.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 50.7738, -3.3044
- County
- Devon
- District
- East Devon
- Parish
- Talaton
- Postcode
- EX11 1LT
- Parliamentary constituency
- Honiton and Sidmouth
- Nearest railway station
- Feniton — 2 km
- Official site
- devon.wildwoodtrust.org
Sources
- osm: way/660750378 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Red Squirrel Encounter?
- Red Squirrel Encounter is in Devon, South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode EX11 1LT), in the parish of Talaton.
- What is Red Squirrel Encounter?
- Red Squirrel Encounter — a place in South West England, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Red Squirrel Encounter?
- The nearest railway station is Feniton, about 2.0 km away. The nearest town is Gittisham. Drivers can use postcode EX11 1LT.
- Is Red Squirrel Encounter a protected site?
- Yes — Red Squirrel Encounter is part of the East Devon National Landscape (AONB).
- Is Red Squirrel Encounter free to visit?
- Yes, Red Squirrel Encounter is free to enter.
- How do I get to Red Squirrel Encounter?
- The nearest railway station is Feniton, about 2.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EX11 1LT.