The Natural History of Slapton Ley

Nature Diary

Slapton Ley has magnificent views and a wide spectrum of interesting wildlife all year round, but the nature of the area changes greatly with the seasons.

Panoramic views of Start Bay are impressive whatever the weather, be it a serene summer sunset over the millpond-flat Lower Ley and coastal water, or a contrasting winter storm with the waves lashing the shingle bar.

The flora and fauna around Slapton Ley changes accordingly with the season, and for more information on which wildlife spectaculars you could expect at different times of the year, please click on the season links to the left.