Bury Moors

Downs, Moorland in Devon Torridge

England

Bury Moors

Bracken by the Tarka Trail on Marland Moor
Bracken by the Tarka Trail on Marland Moor Credit: David Smith

Bury Moors is located in the county of Devon, England. It is a picturesque area characterized by its rolling hills, lush green meadows, and vast moorland. The moors cover a significant portion of the landscape, offering a unique and diverse ecosystem for both wildlife and vegetation.

The moorland in Bury Moors is dominated by heather, gorse, and grasses, providing a stunning and vibrant display of colors throughout the year. The area is also home to various species of birds, including the iconic red grouse, as well as other wildlife such as rabbits, foxes, and deer.

The moors of Bury are often visited by hikers and nature enthusiasts who come to explore the vast expanse of the landscape. There are numerous walking trails and paths that offer breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. The moorland itself is relatively untouched, allowing visitors to experience the peacefulness and tranquility of the area.

In addition to the moorland, Bury Moors also encompasses downs and meadows. The downs are characterized by their gently sloping hills and are often used for grazing livestock. The meadows, on the other hand, are fertile areas where wildflowers bloom, attracting a variety of insects and butterflies.

Overall, Bury Moors in Devon offers a rich and diverse natural environment, providing a haven for wildlife and a stunning backdrop for visitors to enjoy. Its moorland, downs, and meadows combine to create a unique and captivating landscape that is worth exploring for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

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Bury Moors Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.878355/-4.1086522 or Grid Reference SS5110. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bracken by the Tarka Trail on Marland Moor
Bracken by the Tarka Trail on Marland Moor
Merton Church Another Devon location where my BLIGHT ancestors came from.
Merton Church
Another Devon location where my BLIGHT ancestors came from.
St James the Less church, Huish The church was heavily restored by G E Street in 1873; only the medieval tower remains as it was.
St James the Less church, Huish
The church was heavily restored by G E Street in 1873; only the medieval tower remains as it was.
Lower Lodge Close to Kingsford Bridge on the A386 over the Little Mere River.
Lower Lodge
Close to Kingsford Bridge on the A386 over the Little Mere River.
Tarka Trail notices, Petrockstowe station A small car park to the right makes this a spot for starting walks or cycle rides along the trail, which here follows the line of the North Devon and Cornwall Junction Light Railway. Going through the gate on the left and turning right will take you past the site of the former station and on through woodland towards Meeth. The wood in the background is Heathmoor Plantation.
Tarka Trail notices, Petrockstowe station
A small car park to the right makes this a spot for starting walks or cycle rides along the trail, which here follows the line of the North Devon and Cornwall Junction Light Railway. Going through the gate on the left and turning right will take you past the site of the former station and on through woodland towards Meeth. The wood in the background is Heathmoor Plantation.
Tarka Trail The trail, combining footpath and cycleway, follows the North Devon and Cornwall Junction Light Railway across Marland Moor. Discreetly hidden by trees on the left are large clay working spoil heaps.
Tarka Trail
The trail, combining footpath and cycleway, follows the North Devon and Cornwall Junction Light Railway across Marland Moor. Discreetly hidden by trees on the left are large clay working spoil heaps.
Otter seats, Tarka Trail Katy Hallett, Sustrans lead artist, designed these mosaic benches, entitled "White Tip and Greymuzzle", beside the trail on Marland Moor. To the right, across the field, is North Meadow Copse. Spoil tips from clay mining (one of the main users of the former railway along which the trail runs) are hidden to the left.
Otter seats, Tarka Trail
Katy Hallett, Sustrans lead artist, designed these mosaic benches, entitled "White Tip and Greymuzzle", beside the trail on Marland Moor. To the right, across the field, is North Meadow Copse. Spoil tips from clay mining (one of the main users of the former railway along which the trail runs) are hidden to the left.
Berry Farm Seen from the lane from Petrockstowe to Winswell, close to a bridge over a stream.
Berry Farm
Seen from the lane from Petrockstowe to Winswell, close to a bridge over a stream.
The Hellings Part of the parkland at Heanton Satchville, on slopes above the valley of the River Mere. Seen from Huish Footpath 3.
The Hellings
Part of the parkland at Heanton Satchville, on slopes above the valley of the River Mere. Seen from Huish Footpath 3.
The Hellings An assortment of parkland trees beside Huish Footpath 3. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/569628">SS5311 : The Hellings</a> looks across to the west.
The Hellings
An assortment of parkland trees beside Huish Footpath 3. SS5311 : The Hellings looks across to the west.
Lych gate, Huish Looking out from the churchyard of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/567493">SS5311 : St James the Less church, Huish</a>. The paving beyond the tiles in very similar to <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/569349">SS5408 : Path to church, Meeth</a>. Beyond the roadway is a calvary.
Lych gate, Huish
Looking out from the churchyard of SS5311 : St James the Less church, Huish. The paving beyond the tiles in very similar to SS5408 : Path to church, Meeth. Beyond the roadway is a calvary.
Lower Lodge Another view of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/567513">SS5211 : Lower Lodge</a> from the A386 at Kingsford Bridge over the Little Mere River. The junction on the right is with a lane to Petrockstowe.
Lower Lodge
Another view of SS5211 : Lower Lodge from the A386 at Kingsford Bridge over the Little Mere River. The junction on the right is with a lane to Petrockstowe.
Recycled sign, Petrockstowe station I tried turning this upside down to read the former wording, but it seems to have been re-used several times!
Recycled sign, Petrockstowe station
I tried turning this upside down to read the former wording, but it seems to have been re-used several times!
The Guardian A mosaic sculpture by Katy Hallett, Sustrans lead artist, on the Tarka Trail as it follows the line of the former North Devon and Cornwall Junction Light Railway past Ladywell Wood. The lettering includes quotes from "Tarka the Otter".
The Guardian
A mosaic sculpture by Katy Hallett, Sustrans lead artist, on the Tarka Trail as it follows the line of the former North Devon and Cornwall Junction Light Railway past Ladywell Wood. The lettering includes quotes from "Tarka the Otter".
Tarka Trail The trail, combining footpath and cycleway (NCN route 3), follows the former track of the North Devon and Cornwall Junction Light Railway across Bury Moors.
Tarka Trail
The trail, combining footpath and cycleway (NCN route 3), follows the former track of the North Devon and Cornwall Junction Light Railway across Bury Moors.
Lane past Berry Farm The lane from Petrockstowe to Winswell passes the spot where <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/567857">SS5010 : Berry Farm</a> was taken.
Lane past Berry Farm
The lane from Petrockstowe to Winswell passes the spot where SS5010 : Berry Farm was taken.
Burymoor Plantation A rather gloomy road that links Petrockstowe station on the Tarka Trail with the A386 near Merton. Burymoor Plantation is on the right; on the left is Baker's Plantation.
Burymoor Plantation
A rather gloomy road that links Petrockstowe station on the Tarka Trail with the A386 near Merton. Burymoor Plantation is on the right; on the left is Baker's Plantation.
View towards Eastbear On the left is the corner of Grove's Wood. Seen from Merton Footpath 5.
View towards Eastbear
On the left is the corner of Grove's Wood. Seen from Merton Footpath 5.
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Bury Moors is located at Grid Ref: SS5110 (Lat: 50.878355, Lng: -4.1086522)

Administrative County: Devon

District: Torridge

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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Located within 500m of 50.878355,-4.1086522
Petrockstow
Historic Railway: station
Railway: site
Wikidata: Q7178898
Wikipedia: en:Petrockstow railway station
Lat/Long: 50.8752606/-4.1094305
Parking
Lat/Long: 50.8752447/-4.1096296
Postal Code: EX20 3QF
Lat/Long: 50.8757254/-4.1108849
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