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Welcome to South Devon National Landscape

In recognition of its special qualities South Devon National Landscape was designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in 1960.

One of 46 National Landscapes in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, and a member of the National Landscapes Association, these protected landscapes are managed through local Partnerships on behalf of the nation.

South Devon National Landscape is one of a family of protected landscapes in the UK. With the guidance of a Partnership , the team works to enhance South Devon’s outstanding beauty, for which the designation was applied. The special qualities of South Devon National Landscape include its rugged coastline, sandy beaches, secretive estuaries, patchwork countryside and historic villages – to name but a few!

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Protecting, enhancing, & sharing South Devon’s natural beauty and heritage since 1960.

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No-Mow-May is here! And our Life on the Edge team encourage you to get up, get ready, and do.... absolutely nothing!That's right - one of the best and easiest ways you can help nature thrive in your back garden is by doing nothing this month!Sitting back and keeping the lawn-mower shut away will give spring plants a chance to set seed before the first cutting, leading to a healthier, more diverse lawns. 🌷🌾For the more green-fingered gardeners, try adding these features to your garden to give wildlife an even bigger boost:🐞Make a wild corner - leave a pile of sticks, stones, and leaves on one corner of your garden. These make an excellent home for insects and forage for smaller animals 🦔🐝Leave a wild patch - you don't need to surrender your whole garden! Even a small area left to grow makes a huge difference for pollinators.🐸Try adding water - whether it's a miniature wildlife pond or a bird bath, water is great for attracting wildlife to your back garden. Even a sunken washing-up bowl with a few aquatic plants will attract new visitors, and a larger pond will support dragonflies, frogs, toads, and newts!If you like what you see, why not carry on? See what might grow in your garden in 'Let it Bloom June'! 🌸We will be posting more about what we can do for our gardens and green spaces in May soon! #nomowmay #naturallyhealthymay ... See MoreSee Less

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