South Devon AONB
Welcome to the South Devon Area Of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB).
Explore our website to find out about one of Britain's finest landscapes and how we can work together to protect and enhance it. Distinctive features of the AONB include its rugged cliffs, sandy coves, peaceful countryside, pretty villages, patchwork fields, ancient orchards and woodlands, Devon hedges, narrow winding lanes and secretive estuaries. It is also home to 34,000 people and is a thriving, dynamic work place, a centre for active and creative community life and a popular destination for visitors seeking rest, recreation and inspiration.
About South Devon AONB
South Devon AONB is one of 41 AONBs making up Britain's finest landscapes. The primary purpose of an AONB is to conserve and enhance the natural beauty of the landscape. Find out exactly where the AONB is in South Devon and what makes us so special.
Management Plan
The South Devon AONB Management Plan outlines the special qualities and distinctive character of this nationally important protected landscape and sets the vision and priorities for its management. View or download the newly reviewed AONB Management Plan for 2009-14 via the Management Plan pages.
Walks & Trails
The South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is fabulous walking territory with a huge variety of opportunities to explore the coast, historic towns, and stunning countryside and river valleys, so we have produced over 40 walks to enable you to do just that!
News & Events
Keep up to date with what we're up to and view our events calendar to find out how you can take part and enjoy your beautiful surroundings in ways you never imagined! NEW! Spring / Summer 2009 events.