THE past year was full of ‘action, collaboration, and community’ which the Exmoor Society said it was ‘proud to celebrate’ while also planning ahead for 2026.

The society listed a number of initiatives launched in 2025 as it looked back on the past 12 months.

A spokesperson said: “We launched our ‘Waters of Exmoor’ campaign, working with others to improve the quality of Exmoor’s rivers and coast and to encourage better regulation of ‘spot-on’ flea and tick treatments.

“We also published a species reintroduction report, providing an evidence-based review of Exmoor's reintroduction programmes to inform debate and guide future practice.

“We brought people together through our annual spring conference, expert nature talks, celebrated ‘Exmoor Meadows Day’, ran family scavenger events, and delivered a fantastic guided walks programme which explored the stunning landscapes, wildlife, and history of Exmoor.

“Our photography and poetry competitions showcased the creativity inspired by Exmoor, while our £5,000 Pinnacle Award continued to support young people building a future here.”

The spokesperson said the society’s team of volunteers had also been busy working on its archive in its Dulverton headquarters.

They said: “A particular highlight was a special exhibition celebrating the 50th anniversary since the rediscovery of the ‘White Ladder’ by Exmoor amateur archaeologist Hazel Eardley-Wilmot.

“We were also delighted to welcome new volunteers to the team to help us transcribe a number of articles Hope Bourne wrote for the West Somerset Free Press in the 1980s.

“The team have now digitised over half of the 150 articles, making them accessible for future researchers and for the new book being written about Hope, which will be published next year by the society.

“Thank you to everybody who supported, participated, and helped make 2025 such a meaningful year.

“We are busy planning for 2026 and cannot wait to share our plans very soon.”