"Covering 692 square km, Exmoor National Park has some of England's finest landscapes. Open heather moorlands, deep combes cloaked in ancient oak woodlands, dramatic coastal cliffs and a tapestry fields woven together with hedgerows - this is the essence of Exmoor. And it's all there for YOU to enjoy!" That's the message from the National Park Authority which exists to conserve and look after this special landscape and help people enjoy and understand what makes Exmoor so special. They do this by working with and through local communities and other organisations. Set up in 1954, 2004 marked the 50th anniversary of Exmoor as a National Park. Over the last 50 years, the National Park Authority has pioneered many innovative solutions to balance the needs of the environment, communities and the local economy. On the 19th October2024 Exmoor National Park will be celebrating its 70 year Anniversary. Click here to read all about it on North Devon Focus Blog>

"A Walk in the Park" by North Devon Focus concentrates for the moment on seasonal walks in the area known as Doone Country, well known for its association with the novel "Lorna Doone" by R.D. Blackmore, including Malmsmead, Badgworthy Water, the site of the old Badgworthy medieval settlement, Brendon and the Two Moors Way. We hope the photographs, taken in 2004, reflect the magic and moods of this stunning corner of Exmoor. For advice on walking on Exmoor and further general information visit the National Park Authority website at www.exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk .

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We have been enjoying walks around Exmoor for over 20 years. The page includes photos taken on a Minolta Film Camera in 2003. Follow North Devon Focus on Flickr and Instagram for the latest seasonal photos of Exmoor.

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