Devon

Devon is a county in South West England, bordering on Cornwall to the west, Dorset and Somerset to the east. The name Devonshire was once common but is now rarely used, although it does feature in some names and titles (such as the Duke of Devonshire), and is still to be seen on signposts in the county.

Geology, landscape and ecology

:Main article: Geology of Devon.

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The Dartmoor National Park lies wholly in Devon, and the Exmoor National Park partly so (the remainder is in Somerset). In addition Devon is the only county in England to have two completely separate coastlines. Both the North and South coasts offer dramatic views: much of both coastlines is named as Heritage Coast, and the South West Coast Path runs along the entire length of the both. The inland of the county has much attractive rolling rural scenery, and villages with thatched Cob cottages. All these features make Devon a popular holiday destination for many Britons. The variety of scenery and habitats means that there is an exceptional range of wildlife (see Dartmoor wildlife). A popular challenge among birders is to find over 100 species in the county in a day.

Related Topics:
Dartmoor - National Park - Exmoor - Somerset - England - South West Coast Path - Thatch - Cob - Holiday - Dartmoor wildlife - Birders

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The landscape of the south coast consists of rolling hills dotted with small towns, such as Dartmouth, Salcombe, Totnes etc. The towns of Torquay and Paignton are the principal seaside resorts on the south coast. The north of the county is very rural with few major towns except Barnstaple, Great Torrington and Bideford.

Related Topics:
Dartmouth - Salcombe - Totnes - Torquay - Paignton - Seaside resorts - Barnstaple - Great Torrington - Bideford

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