If Not Now When 2026
Where: Rewilding Coombeshead Nature Focused Education & Stays, Lifton, PL16 0JS
When: Friday 24th – Sunday 26th July 2026
World Class Speakers
Rewilding landscapes which have been destroyed or created by past human activity affords great hope for future change. Returning landscapes to nature is a complex undertaking. Where do the boundaries, if any, exist between allowing process to restore life alone and is cultivation of life a barrier or a boon with regard to this philosophy?
- Trailblazing Rewilding and Nature Recovery projects
- Policy makers to on the ground risk-takers
- Meet the authors
- Shake hands with the good and the great of the rewilding and nature recovery movement
- All round awesome vibe
- Limited numbers so book fast to get early bird pricing
- Don’t miss out
Confirmed speakers will be listed here soon.
About INNW’26
The FORTH year of our groundbreaking symposiums brought to you by KEEP IT WILD to raise funds for our land for nature purchases and species recovery projects.
We’ll be tackling the thorny issues, facilitating much needed conversations, raising the bar on nature recovery.
Building on the strengths of previous years rewilding events at Rewilding Coombeshead, home of author and reintroduction specialist Derek Gow, ‘IF NOT NOW,WHEN? Again 26 (previously branded SAVAGE MUSE) promises a weekend packed with big hitters in the nature recovery scene. A high profile list of authors and rewilders Visionaries, sharing their own lived experience. There’s a packed agenda for those with a thirst for first hand knowledge, practical application of real world projects, each helping us all to paint a picture of possibility for a brighter future here in the UK.
This will be an unashamedly rustic affair in the Strawditorium , sheltered in the repurposed barns on the farm.
There will be speakers presentations, food, drink and merriment.
Ecologist lead tours and behind the scenes looks at the Species Recovery Centre. Sign up sheets at venue.
Numbers will be limited to allow for serious audience participation, Q&A and discussion.
This event is likely to be video recorded for media use and our social media channels.
Our ticket price reflects the fact that we want to deliver the most up to date information available. Often we are bringing in the greatest minds from overseas to plug the knowledge gaps here in the UK. Our speakers have graciously agreed to travel and share their wisdom for the benefit of us all. For this we are extremely grateful and want to support them as best we can.
If you or your organisation is able to sponsor a speaker please get in touch here.
Food & Drink on site.
Food & Drink
PLEASE PURCHASE YOUR MEAL VOUCHER IN ADVANCE WITH YOUR TICKET
We will be catering with freshly cooked, locally sourced meals with vegetarian & vegan options.
IMPORTANT: To minimise transactions on site and eliminate food waste, please buy meal vouchers via the ticket portal. We have various vouchers for 6 meals, Friday supper; Saturday breakfast, lunch, supper; Sunday breakfast and lunch.
Vegan & Gluten free options available. Please purchase at time of ticket purchase.
Cakes, soft drinks and alcohol can be purchased at the bar. CARD ONLY PAYMENTS PLEASE
We have self-service complimentary tea & coffee available throughout the event.
Accommodation
On site accommodation: There will be a variety of accommodation types available. A free camping pitch can be reserved at ticket purchase, we have our own cosy shepherds huts available (see below) and a number of furnished Bell tents will be available for hire.
Camping
Tent/van pitch included in your ticket price. Camping opens midday Thursday 23rd July 2026
Shepherd’s Huts
Limited Shepherds hut glamping discounted for festival attendees
Bell Tents
Limited Furnished Bell Tents contact admin@derekgowconsultancy.com
Transport
TRAINS – If you are travelling by train, please arrive at Okehampton Station at 15.15 on Friday 24th July 2026 for a free shuttle service to the site, return Sunday 26th in time for 18.35 to Exeter – booking essential with admin@derekgowconsultancy.com
SORRY NO DOGS ON SITE
Please check out our other events, short courses and Nature based stays at Rewilding Coombeshead.
TICKETS
Tickets are on sale now with our Early Bird offer to the first 20 buyers. We also have a Generous ticket for those able to contribute a little more than our standard ticket prices, enabling us to support less fortunate people.
Please ENSURE YOU BUY YOUR MEAL TICKET with your attendance ticket purchase. This enables the caterers to plan efficiently minimising waste. We have various meal ticket options for the number of meals as well as both omnivore and vegetarian/vegan options available.