North Devon Environmental Trust

North Devon Environmental Trust is a registered UK nonprofit organisation and charity, identified by Charity Number 296707. It is dedicated to environmental conservation and the promotion of sustainable interaction with the natural landscape in North Devon, a region notable for its unique ecology and natural beauty.

Mission and Activities

The Trust focuses on preserving local habitats and wildlife, promoting environmental education, and supporting community engagement with nature. It plays a role in maintaining and enhancing green spaces, particularly in and around the Braunton area, which lies within the North Devon Biosphere Reserve—a UNESCO-designated area known for its significant natural habitats including the largest sand dune system in England, Braunton Burrows.

Location and Facilities

The Trust operates primarily through the Braunton Countryside Centre, which serves as its base for organizing activities, educational programs, and conservation projects. This centre acts as a hub for both community involvement and environmental stewardship in the region.

Relationship to the Region

North Devon Environmental Trust's work is situated within the context of the broader environmental significance of North Devon. This area includes numerous protected sites such as Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSIs), extensive farmland, woodlands, and coastal habitats falling within the North Devon Biosphere Reserve's boundaries that follow the catchment basins of the Rivers Taw and Torridge. These efforts align with regional conservation frameworks to sustain biodiversity and environmental health.

Governance and Support

As a registered charity, North Devon Environmental Trust operates under UK charity law, relying on donations, volunteer efforts, and community partnerships to fund and facilitate its work. Its status enables it to collaborate with other environmental organizations locally and nationally to further shared conservation goals.

Note: The above details are based on the charity registration number and the association with the Braunton Countryside Centre, within the context of North Devon’s environmental landscape.

[1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Devon_Wildlife_Trust [2] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/North_Devon's_Biosphere_Reserve [3] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Wildlife_Trusts [4] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Wildlife_Trust_nature_reserves [5] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Trust