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Exmoor National Park is situated in the counties of Devon and Somerset in South West England. Stark rocky headlands, steep wooded ravines, plunging waterfalls and chaotic heaps of fallen rock make this an area of outstanding scenic beauty. It is defined as a Heritage Coast.

Inland, the grass moorland is surrounded by heather-clad rounded hills - many over 300 m (900 ft). Dunkery Beacon is the highest point on Exmoor 519 m (1704 ft). This high land catches clouds from the Atlantic and forms a catchment area for numerous rivers and streams which flow rapidly to the north and more gently to the south. The moorland is dissected by steep wooded valleys formed by fast-running streams. On the gently undulating hills there are extensive areas of uncultivated moorland.

To the east lie the cultivated Brendon Hills, heavily wooded in the north but with enclosed fields surrounded by banks and fine beech hedges to the south. This typical landscape extends right across the south western lower slopes of the moor. Farmland on Exmoor is farmed mainly with beef cattle and sheep.

Exmoor has its own powerful atmosphere, with a history going back millions of years. Its combination of rugged coastline with dramatic cliffs, ancient woodland and expanses of open moorland roamed by wild ponies and deer proves an enduring attraction. It is home to many rare and important species of plants, birds and animals, a treat for all nature lovers. If you are a fan of the BBC series with Johnny Kingdom you will recognise the natural value of this area.

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