Our Projects
At the heart of The Cove Discovery Project is a commitment to marine conservation and community education.
Discover our ongoing initiatives including grey seal protection, habitat restoration, and coastal research across Torbay and South Devon. From seal monitoring programmes to grassroots efforts restoring local marine ecosystems, each project supports a sustainable future for our coastline and its unique biodiversity.
Inspiring the Next Generation of Environmental Stewards
We’ve partnered with local primary schools in Brixham and the Devon Environment Foundation to launch an innovative schools programme centred on marine education and habitat conservation. This includes the creation of a dedicated conservation garden, offering students a peaceful, nature-rich space away from the playground.
Through engaging presentations, workshops, and field trips, we’re introducing children to South Devon’s coastal ecosystems, fostering curiosity and care for local wildlife. In tandem, we’re developing a community-wide habitat awareness campaign to deepen understanding of our region’s biodiversity.
This is an evolving initiative we plan to replicate with other schools across Torbay and South Devon, creating a lasting impact through education and connection to nature.
Help Map South Devon’s Wildlife: Share Your Sightings from the Cove
We actively record all sightings of land and marine species around the cove and contribute this data to national conservation efforts. You can support this work by submitting your own wildlife observations including photos, location and date, to help us build a richer, more detailed 'pattern of life' for South Devon's coastal ecosystems.
Whether you’ve spotted a grey seal, coastal bird, or an unusual marine creature, your input matters.
Get in touch to share your findings or learn more about how to get involved.
We contribute our data through iNaturalistUK, which is coordinated by the National Biodiversity Network Trust, with support from the Marine Biological Association and the Biological Record Centre.