VISITORS to the Blackdown Community Conference enjoyed fresh air and sunshine at the annual event on Saturday.

The event, held by the Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, was held outside with guests enjoying a range of activities and workshops.

People took part in a natural arts workshop, storytelling and a guided walk through the Neroche Forest near Staple Fitzpane.

Visitors to the event also had the chance to find out more about the work of the AONB Partnership, which works to safeguard the special qualities of the Blackdown Hills, and the Neroche scheme, which is enhancing the forest in the area.