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The Arlington Restaurant in Barnstaple has a reputation as one of the best restaurants in North…
At the Royal & Fortescue Hotel, you have the choice between elegant dining in the Lord Fortescue…
The Barnstaple Leisure Club, part of the renowned Barnstaple Hotel, offers outstanding leisure…
Discover the Barnstaple Hotel - everything you need to work, rest and play in the lap of…
Treat yourself to a delightful dining experience at The Park Hotel, where our renowned Seasons…
At the 4 Star Imperial Hotel, you can choose where you dine. Take your pick from the Arlington…
The North Devon Biosphere Reserve is one of 669 Biosphere Reserves around the world and was the first to be established in the UK, where it is now one of six. The reserve is primarily made up of farmland which has been recognised by UNESCO because of its diverse mix of stunning, high-quality natural areas. The reserve includes over 60 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), all of which are protected. These include culm grassland and broadleaved woodlands. It was one of the first of the modern style of biospheres monitored by UNESCO and aims to work with the people living in the area to enable them to help with the conservation of the area.
The North Devon Biosphere Reserve is located in one of the prettiest areas of North Devon. Centred around the ecologically rich landscape of Braunton Burrows with its incredible sand dunes and diverse scenery. The area of the North Devon Biosphere Reserve is some 3,300 km2, extending from the catchments of the Rivers Taw and Torridge and reaching out past Lundy Island, which is itself, a marine conservation area.
There are lots of ways to explore and connect with the North Devon Biosphere – on foot, by bike, via easy access routes and even with audio guided trails. From the large open areas of Culm Grassland at Heddon Green to the Marine Conservation Zone at Lundy Island, the North Devon Biosphere Reserve exhibits a wide range of diverse natural beauty for you to explore.
There are footpaths throughout the area including the South West Coast Path meaning there are plenty of ways for you to access the region.
Throughout the year, the North Devon Biosphere team run a number of projects to promote conservation and caretaking of the local environment. The projects range from focusing on cultural heritage, encouraging local learning, researching initiatives and supporting sustainable development opportunities.
Braunton Burrows is at the core of the Biosphere. As well as being the largest sand dune system in England, the dunes are home to a large number of rare plants and animals and is managed by a private estate, who play a vital role in the conservation efforts of the area. Some of the plants and animals that can be found in the biosphere include skylarks, otters, dormice, coral reefs, rough poppies and a selection of rare flora. The region is also one of the only places in the UK where you can find coral reefs, which are just off of Lundy Island.
You can find out more about their various activities and more information about the Biosphere by visiting their website, www.northdevonbiosphere.org.uk
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Barnstaple
The Arlington Restaurant in Barnstaple has a reputation as one of the best restaurants in North Devon. You can choose from the table d'hote menu, which is changed daily or…
Barnstaple
At the Royal & Fortescue Hotel, you have the choice between elegant dining in the Lord Fortescue Restaurant or the bistro, 62 The Bank.
The Lord Fortescue offers first class…
Barnstaple
The Barnstaple Leisure Club, part of the renowned Barnstaple Hotel, offers outstanding leisure facilities for both hotel guests and locals. Dive into relaxation with our…
Barnstaple
Discover the Barnstaple Hotel - everything you need to work, rest and play in the lap of luxury!
Part of the Brend group of hotels, The Barnstaple Hotel is a luxurious…
Barnstaple
Treat yourself to a delightful dining experience at The Park Hotel, where our renowned Seasons Brasserie and Seasons Bar & Lounge await you. Located in the heart of…
Barnstaple
At the 4 Star Imperial Hotel, you can choose where you dine. Take your pick from the Arlington Restaurants, a fine dining experience with outstanding cuisine in elegant and…
Barnstaple
The Imperial Hotel in Barnstaple is a flagship of Brend Hotels, the leader in West Country luxury hotels. It is perfectly placed to enable you to visit the beautiful…
Barnstaple
Tarka Trail Camping is a quiet, family owned and run, dog friendly campsite nestled on the beautiful Tarka Trail beside the River Taw Estuary, perfect for walking and cycling…
Barnstaple
Corffe House and Cottages
Nestled in the beautiful North Devon countryside the Corffe Estate provides the ideal base for family holidays, short breaks and work…
Barnstaple
Little bray house is 9 miles east of barnstaple and only 3 miles from exmoor national park.
Barnstaple
John & Margaret Kempson started Tarka Trail Cycle Hire in 1989, shortly after the disused Barnstaple to Bideford line was converted for recreational use and given the…
Barnstaple
Sandy beaches, soaring cliffs, green hills and wooded combes can all be discovered while staying in a holiday cottage in North Devon. There’s loads to do in this spectacular…
Barnstaple
Sark is a pleasant Victorian property, it is situated 10 minutes walk from the town centre
Barnstaple
My Favourite Cottages is a holiday home letting agency based in North Devon. The small, friendly agency specialises in offering quality self-catering properties, including…
Barnstaple
The Old Vicarage is a delightful early Victorian house with many original features, spacious guest rooms, and modern en-suites set within its own peaceful garden only a few…
Barnstaple
The site consists of 23 pitches with 16amp electric points, 8 of which are level and the other 15 part level but do not require much work to get level,
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