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Topic: Braunton Burrows


In the News (Wed 15 Feb 12)

  
  Braunton Devon | Everything Exmoor   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
Braunton, one of the largest villages in the West of England and reputedly the largest in England, lies in the North West of Devon, overlooking Barnstaple Bay.
Braunton Burrows is a well-known Nature Reserve of over 1000 acres, which attracts many visitors, and comprises one of the largest areas of windswept sand dunes in England.
The village of Braunton is situated on the A361 between Barnstaple and Ilfracombe, and on the cross roads of the main coastal road to the fine sandy beaches of Saunton and Croyde.
www.everythingexmoor.org.uk /_B/Braunton.php   (1203 words)

  
 Braunton Burrows - Saunton Sands, Devon
Braunton on Devon's north coast is thought to be the biggest village in England.
Though the building is mainly a 13th-century structure, there is a carving of a sow and her farrow on one of the churches carved roof bosses.
To the east of Braunton is a large sand dune system famous for its plant and animal life - one of the largest sand dune systems in the United Kingdom.
www.devon-online.com /towns/braunton/braunton.html   (362 words)

  
 BBC - Devon Great Outdoors - Braunton's sand dunes are named as a biosphere reserve by Unesco
The sand dunes at Braunton Burrows and Northam Burrows in North Devon have been designated as internationally important by Unesco.
The Burrows was one of Britain's original biosphere reserves under old criteria, but has been expanded to include Northam Burrows, the Taw-Torridge estuary and Braunton Marshes.
Braunton Burrows is considered internationally important because of the diversity and abundance of rare flora and continuous human use over the centuries.
www.bbc.co.uk /devon/outdoors/nature/braunton_burrows.shtml   (369 words)

  
 Thoughts About K4D: Braunton Burrows Designated UNESCO Biosphere Reserve
This designation of the 3,120 hectares of Braunton Burrows as the first site in the UK to be made a biosphere reserve means that the site is recognized alongside Mount Vesuvius in Italy and the Danube Delta in eastern Europe as natural wonders.
Braunton Burrows is the largest sand dune system in the United Kingdom.
The Burrows, located in the north of Devonshire (in the south-west of England) was one of Britain's original biosphere reserves, and has been expanded to include Northam Burrows, the Taw-Torridge estuary and Braunton Marshes.
stconsultant.blogspot.com /2006/09/braunton-burrows-designated-unesco.html   (310 words)

  
 UK Biosphere Reserves Review
Braunton Marsh is used for arable, horticulture, and grazing; its complex system of drainage ditches is overseen by an Internal Drainage Board (Marsh Commissioners).
In the town of Braunton is a conservation-focused Countryside Centre established by the North Devon Environmental Trust and staffed by volunteers.
Braunton Marsh and Braunton Great Field, recognising their inclusion in the Countryside Stewardship scheme and the Water Level Management Plan, both of which promote conservation-compatible activities.
www.defra.gov.uk /wildlife-countryside/ukmab/BRReport/Braunton.htm   (1673 words)

  
 Braunton Burrows description
Braunton Burrows is the largest sand dune system in the UK.
Braunton Burrows is located in the South West of England, in North Devon, to the west of the town of Barnstaple (map).
The valleys between the dunes, which are known as slacks, are wet and marshy in the winter and host a variety of marsh herbs and low creeping shrubs.
www.offwell.free-online.co.uk /biospher_reserves/braunton.htm   (242 words)

  
 Braunton Burrows Devon | Everything Exmoor   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
Braunton Burrows has over 400 species of wild flowers living in its various niche habitats and the best time to visit is probably early July when most of the turf plants are flowering.
The high light was a tall white painted close boarded wooden octagonal tower lighthouse supported outside with wooden braces, with a red stripe and a traditional light, and a keepers house attached situated at the end of Braunton Sands near Crow Point.
Braunton Burrows is one of the largest dune systems in the UK.
www.everythingexmoor.org.uk /_B/Braunton_Burrows.php   (917 words)

  
 Welcome to Adobe GoLive 6
Braunton is reputed to be Englands largest village having many old cottages near the village centre and a nature reserve with the largest area of sand dunes in England.
The 15th Century church of St Brannocks is well worth a visit, and from West Hill there is a panoramic view of the Braunton Great Field, a relic of medieval cultivation and Braunton Burrows, a naturalists paradise.
Local events in Braunton include a carnival and village fair at the end of May, and transport extravaganza in early July.
www.brauntonrotary.org.uk   (261 words)

  
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Braunton is described as a Celtic settlement that became the legacy of St. Brannock the Welsh missionary and son of the King of Calabria, who first founded his church in the 6th century.
The development of Braunton’s Saxon Great Field during the 12~ century into over 500 strips of land, in size ranging from ¾ to over 6 acres marked an important phase in the agricultural development of the area and indicates that the population was increasing.
Little of that wartime legacy is left but if you ask the Nature Wardens at Braunton Burrows, nicely, you might get lucky and they may direct you to one of the few remaining Sherman Tanks that lies partly buried in the sand dunes.
www.brauntonrotary.org.uk /History.html   (1149 words)

  
 Aerial views September 2004 courtesy of the MOD
Braunton Burrows 16.9.04, habitat recreation excavations in Pebble, Twayblade and Shingle Slacks
Braunton Burrows 16.9.04, Churchill Plain habitat recreation excavations of Dec 03, Teucrium scordium colony of 6535 stems Aug 04 (arrowed) in unexcavated centre of Slack
Braunton Burrows 16.9.04, showing extent of scrub on the mown inland plain to the right of the American Road from Sandy Lane Copses southwards.
www.ttef.org.uk /Biosphere/aerial_views_september_2004_cour.htm   (167 words)

  
 South West
Braunton Burrows Training Area is located about 20 minutes away from Fremington Camp, on the other side of the Taw Estuary, and covers 1,450 acres (585 hectares).
The training area at Braunton Burrows is used for demolition, live firing and driver training, as well as military dry training.
Because Fremington and Braunton Burrows are respectively on the edge of Fremington Village, and in a rural area, there is a close relationship with the local people.
www.army.mod.uk /ate/public/southwest.htm   (3573 words)

  
 Braunton Burrows - Special Area of Conservation - SAC
Braunton Burrows, in south-west England, is one of the largest dune sites in the UK and is of particular importance because it is virtually intact and still active.
Braunton Burrows is one of the largest virtually intact dune sites in the UK and is representative of dunes with Salix repens ssp.
Braunton Burrows is one of the largest virtually intact dune sites in the UK, with an exceptionally large area of Humid dune slack vegetation, representing a significant proportion of the national resource.
www.jncc.gov.uk /ProtectedSites/SACselection/sac.asp?EUcode=UK0012570   (602 words)

  
 Amazon.com: "Braunton Burrows": Key Phrase page   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
On the sandy beaches of the Atlantic coast of Britain, as at Braunton Burrows in north Devon.
At Braunton Burrows it took less than 20 years from the time when it was...
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www.amazon.com /phrase/Braunton-Burrows   (534 words)

  
 North Devon - Saunton Sands, Braunton Burrows & Crow Point
The 3 miles of Sandy beach at Saunton Sands is backed almost a 1000 hectares of amazing dunes known as Braunton Burrows.
At the most southerly tip of Braunton Burrows you will find Crow Point — a lovely place for a wander and also popular with bird watchers and fisherman.
Established in 1897 Saunton has a long history, voted 25th in the top 100 courses in the British Isles, the East course should not be missed when visiting the Southwest.
www.devon-holiday.com /information/crow-point.htm   (877 words)

  
 :: Bideford College :: - The UNESCO Biosphere
The UNESCO Braunton Burrows biosphere reserve was the UK's first designated Biosphere area, it is situated in the estuary of the Taw and Torridge Rivers in North Devon.
As a result of the periodic review process in 2002, the Braunton Burrows Biosphere Reserve has been completely revised and extended by a consultation process among the local communities and the conservation and development authorities.
Braunton Burrows Biosphere Reserve is a site where traditional land use practices are still maintained today.
www.bideford.devon.sch.uk /bid_ssc_biosphere.htm   (623 words)

  
 Destination Guide for Braunton : Enjoy England   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
The burrows are a wild and natural landscape offering tranquil sheltered spots for those seeking peace and quiet.
Slightly inland is the village of Braunton which claims to be the largest village in England.
This is a popular centre for both conventional shoppers and the numerous surfers who pass through the village on their way to catch the waves at the local beaches.
www.enjoyengland.com /where/destinations/south-west/devon/braunton.aspx   (152 words)

  
 Braunton Devon - Braunton UK websites
The sand dunes at Braunton Burrows and Northam Burrows in North Devon have been designated as...
The sand dunes at Braunton Burrows and Northam Burrows in North Devon
Braunton website focussing on the quaint village of Braunton in North Devon,...
www.dotukdirectory.co.uk /d7700.html   (162 words)

  
 braunton - Ask.com Web Search
BRAUNTON, one of the largest villages in the West of England and reputedly the...
Braunton is situated 4 miles west of Barnstaple in north Devon, and is claimed to be the largest village in England (although Kidlington is...
Situated on Braunton Burrows which is designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, a Site of Special Scientific Interest(SSSI), a...
search.ask.com /web?q=braunton   (233 words)

  
 Willowfield Lake Holiday Cottages-holiday cottages north Devon
Willowfield Lake Cottages enjoy a superb location within Braunton Burrows Nature Reserve with 5 miles of golden sands and surf nearby.
The cottages are set amidst mature trees and shrubs and are surrounded by 12 acres of pastureland, where mown paths meander through wildflower meadows to picnic areas and a tranquil and picturesque lake, which is stocked to satisfy the most ambitious coarse fisherman.
Just 2 miles inland is Braunton, which also has good pubs and shops, excellent restaurants to suit all tastes and pockets, and a locally renowned art gallery and craft centre.
www.willowfieldlakecottages.co.uk   (528 words)

  
 Braunton - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Braunton village centre: The building opposite,now a newsagents, was once the village railway station.
The tree opposite, which has grown since the line was demolished in the mid-1970s, is on the line of the tracks which crossed the road where the pelican crossing is.
The village boasts a number of pubs which include "The Agricultural Inn" and "The Williams Arms".
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Braunton   (213 words)

  
 Westward Ho! - Northam Burrows, Charles Kingsley, Beach, Country Park, Braunton Burrows, Riding, Golf, Bowls
Pools in the rocks have been adapted for swimming, and good walks along the coastal path towards Clovelly and Northam Burrows.
The beach is backed by a pebble ridge, behind which is Northam Burrows Country Park.
The Park is protected by a huge ridge of pebbles, the country park comprises 650 acres of sand dunes, salt marsh and pasture.
elmscott.freeservers.com /wh.html   (673 words)

  
 Lobb Fields Caravan and Camping Park, Braunton, North Devon @ Chycor Devon UK
This grassy caravan and camping park is just over a mile from Braunton village and under two miles from Saunton beach, a beautiful three mile stretch of golden sand that's never over crowded.
The Park faces south with panoramic views of Braunton Burrows to the Taw estuary and across the Torridge towards Bideford and Appledore.
Two miles west of Braunton are Braunton Burrows, the largest area of sand dunes in England.
www.devon-connect.co.uk /camping-touring/lobb-fields/introduction.htm   (375 words)

  
 Welcome to the George Hotel   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
ABOUT US The George Hotel is a small comfortable hotel situated in the heart of the village of Braunton, with ample and easy parking in our own managed car park,which is situated opposite the hotel.
Braunton is ideally situated in North Devon for both business and for pleasure/sporting pursuits.
The Hotel is also on the bus route (the bus stop is actually called The George Hotel) with regular local bus services to Barnstaple, Ilfracombe, Saunton Sands and Croyde Bay as well as a National Express stop.
www.georgehotel-braunton.co.uk   (248 words)

  
 Willowfield Lake Cottages
Set in the beautiful landscape of Braunton Burrows Nature Reserve, with 5 miles of golden sands and surf nearby, this tastefully furnished cluster of attractive and comfortable cottages enjoy an extensive range of leisure facilities which include an indoor heated swimming pool and a well equipped games room, complete with enclosed toddlers play area.
The cottages are set amongst mature trees and shrubs and are surrounded by 12 acres of pastureland, where mown paths meander through wildflower meadows to encircle a tranquil and picturesque acre lake which is stocked to challenge the most ambitious coarse fisherman.
Braunton Burrows Nature Reserve covers over 1,000 acres of one of Britain’s finest sand dune areas.
www.wiredseniors.com /mall-img/326.htm   (567 words)

  
 Braunton Tourist Information Centre - Visitor Information, Hotels, B&Bs, Guest Houses and Camping in Braunton, North ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
This website provides information on Braunton TIC (tourist information centre) and some useful facts, advice and points of interest for those visiting Braunton and the surrounding area.
The village of Braunton is the gateway to North Devon's Golden Coast.
The dramatic coastline and spectacular beaches of Saunton, Croyde and Putsborough with their golden sands, safe bathing and excellent surfing are all within a short drive.
www.brauntontic.co.uk   (188 words)

  
 Braunton Village :: Village Centre   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
The village of Braunton is situated on the A361 between Barnstaple and Ilfracombe, and on the crossroads of the main coastal road to the fine sandy beaches of Saunton and Croyde.
Indeed, Braunton is also a centre for the manufacturing of Wet Suits and Surf Boards.
Nearby is Braunton Burrows; the largest sand dune system in the UK.
www.brauntonvillage.co.uk /villagecentre.html   (240 words)

  
 Braunton Village :: Tourism   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
North Devon has some of the finest coastal scenery in the UK - from the deep wooded valleys or 'combes' that typify the Exmoor coastline to the large golden sandy beaches at Woolacombe, Croyde and Saunton.
The new UNESCO World Biosphere status is centred on Braunton Burrows a unique area of over 1000 acres of sand dunes populated by rare plants and stretching out along the Taw/Torridge estuary into marshes and the medieval Great Field.
The beaches make the area popular not only for family holidays but also for thousands of watersports enthusiasts who come all year round for surfing, kite-surfing, wind-surfing, kayaking and beach activities such as kite-buggying and sand yachting.
www.brauntonvillage.co.uk /tourism.html   (235 words)

  
 Nature & Wildlife in North Devon - Northam Burrows Country Park, Braunton Burrows, Lundy Island, Tarka Country, ...
Braunton Burrows and over 3000 hectares of the North Devon landscape have been formally recognised by UNESCO as Britain's first new-style Biosphere Reserve.
The biosphere has the Burrows at the core and stretches out to include Braunton Marshes and Great Field, Northam Burrows, the Taw and Torridge Estuary and out as far as Croyde Dunes and Kipling Tors.
Nearby, there is a visitors centre explaining the ecology of the sea and surrounding area.
elmscott.freeservers.com /nature.html   (1910 words)

  
 News Braunton.net - £20m ocean centre   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
Looking for a long lost friend from Braunton or use the Braunton people listing to help you find them painlessly, if you are from Braunton don't forget to list yourself as you don't know who might be looking for you
The UNESCO biosphere reserve covers more than 1,400 sq-miles, stretching from the Braunton Burrows to the Taw and Torridge estuary.
The UNESCO designation of being a biosphere reserve means the area ranks alongside Mount Vesuvius in Italy and the Danube Delta in eastern Europe in terms of international importance.
www.braunton.net /news/200602281.php   (500 words)

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