Dr Sam Bridgewater
Dr. Sam Bridgewater CEnv MCIEEM joined the Estate in 2012. He has responsibility for ensuring that the protection of wildlife and natural habitats are embedded into all aspects of Estate decision-making.
His remit includes oversight of the management of the Estate’s core nature reserves – the 1,000 hectare East Devon Pebblebed Heaths and the Otter Estuary – and he advises on the development of the Estate’s environmental strategy, including natural capital accounting.
Formerly a researcher at the Natural History Museum and the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh, Sam’s interests include describing and explaining patterns of plant diversity, the management of cultural landscapes and the economic use of plants.
He has published over 20 academic research papers, two books and numerous book chapters. He is the Estate lead on the River Otter Beaver Trial and the Lower Otter Restoration Project.
