
Welcome to the South Devon Area Of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB)
Celebrating 50 years as a protected landscape: 1960 - 2010





50 Outstanding Years
Our 50 Outstanding Years Programme marks and celebrates the 50th anniversary of the designation of South Devon as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, which took effect on the 2nd August 1960. Through this project we want to encourage people to enjoy this fabulous area and the outstanding natural beauty it has to offer. To find out how we aim to do this and how you can get involved click here.
Explore our website to find out about one of Britain's finest protected landscapes - loved for its rugged cliffs, sandy coves, peaceful countryside, pretty villages, rolling hills, colourful hedge banks 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. Use the menu at the side of this page, or to help you get started, click on a link below...
About South Devon AONB AONB Management Plan, Vision & Priorities Looking After the AONB Events Calendar Walks & Trails 



