The pretty village of Braunton on the North Devon coast has a wealth of treasures that remain largely undiscovered by residents and visitors alike.
In addition to being part of the North Devon Coast Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it boasts one of only two surviving medieval open strip field systems in England, a vibrant history of shipping and links with the sea, was once on the route of the bustling Barnstaple to Ilfracombe railway line, which carried 10,000 passengers per day at times and, thanks to the magnificent Braunton Burrows, is now reputed to be the most biodiverse parish in England.
A lot can be said for the nation's largest village, and its richly varied past makes it an ideal place to explore. For visitors and indeed residents who wish to experience the lesser-known aspects of North Devon, Experience Devon is the place to go. Experience Devon provide customised holiday itineraries from short breaks to longer vacations. They specialize in the arts, culture and natural environment and taking you off the beaten track. For more information, please see http://www.experiencedevon.com/.
Farming
Discover more about the farming practices that have been used at Braunton for centuries and meet some of the characters whose lives have been spent working this fertile land.
Saunton
A spectacular beach makes this hamlet famous. Learn more about the lesser-known aspects of Saunton and it's past.
Shipping
Braunton once relied heavily on the success of it's shipping and here we explore the seafaring tradition on which the village was built. Meet the people who spent their lives at sea and find out why thy couldn't stay on land for long.
Braunton Burrows
At the heart of the country's most biodiverse parish, the Burrows is abundant with richly varied wildlife. Here, we explore it's beauty and why so many people love to visit Braunton Burrows time and again.
Village Life
At the heart of every community, the village square was once thriving with tradesmen of every sort. Learn here about how the village has changed and hear some of the anecdotes of its long-standing residents.