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The Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) is a designated protected landscape. It is looked after by a partnership of local authorities, government agencies, conservation organisations and community groups (Blackdown Hills AONB Partnership), and by small team of staff based in Hemyock. We:
- Communicate the value of the landscape, biodiversity and history of the Blackdown Hills
- Provide opportunities for people to learn about and visit the Blackdown Hills AONB
- Help people access the area to improve their health and wellbeing
- Involve and support the people and organisations who are helping to look after this protected landscape
- Encourage sustainable forms of social and economic development.
Our work involves collaborating with a network of organisations, businesses, farmers, landowners and local communities. Together, we run and are involved with, a range of projects and initiatives to conserve and protect the Blackdown Hills AONB – its natural environment, its heritage, and its culture – while keeping in mind the needs of local communities and businesses.
Access / facilities / parking: Variable and often limited
Cost: Variable
Telephone Number: 01823 680681
Email Address: blackdownhills@devon.gov.uk lisa.turner@devon.gov.uk