InformationEast Devon’s Heritage Strategy Consultation

Help shape how East Devon’s heritage is preserved in the years up until 2042 by taking part in the consultation on a new Heritage Strategy.

A wide range of nationally and internationally important historic and archaeological sites spanning thousands of years can be found across East Devon. From Iron Age hillforts to Roman camps, medieval places of worship and historic farms, to World War II airfields and Georgian and Edwardian residences, these sites are valued by local communities and draw in visitors from far and wide.

The draft Heritage Strategy provides a summary of local history, its significance and its benefits. It also sets out objectives for the future, with an action plan explaining how recommendations will be delivered.

The deadline for responses was 9am on Monday 26 January 2026. Responses are now being reviewed and analysed. Following this, a Consultation Summary Report will be produced and published, and the findings will be used to help inform the final Heritage Strategy and action plan through the appropriate decision-making process.

View the Heritage Strategy (2020-2042) on the council website, this was the version that was consulted on.