Brownsham

Settlement in Devon Torridge

England

Brownsham

Mouthmill Beach
Mouthmill Beach Credit: Mark Percy

Brownsham is a picturesque hamlet located in the county of Devon, England. Situated within the scenic countryside of North Devon, it is nestled within the boundaries of the South West Coast Path and the Hartland Peninsula. The hamlet is part of the civil parish of Hartland, which is renowned for its natural beauty and rich history.

Brownsham is a small and tranquil village, offering a peaceful retreat for visitors seeking a break from the hustle and bustle of urban life. Surrounded by rolling hills, lush meadows, and dense woodlands, it provides an idyllic setting for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The area is popular for walking, hiking, and exploring the stunning coastal landscapes.

One of the notable features of Brownsham is the picturesque Brownsham House, an elegant Georgian manor that dates back to the 18th century. The house is privately owned and not open to the public, but its grandeur can still be admired from the outside.

The hamlet is also home to Brownsham Woods, a woodland area managed by the National Trust. This ancient woodland is known for its diverse flora and fauna, including a range of rare and protected species. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks through the woods, taking in the sights and sounds of nature.

Although Brownsham is a small hamlet with limited amenities, the nearby village of Hartland offers a range of facilities, including shops, pubs, and accommodation options for visitors. Overall, Brownsham is a hidden gem in the heart of Devon, offering natural beauty and tranquility to those who venture to explore its charms.

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Brownsham Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.0073/-4.4453 or Grid Reference SS2825. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Mouthmill Beach
Mouthmill Beach
Cliffs below Galantry Bower A vertiginous spot above near vertical cliffs viewed from the South West Coast Path near Galantry Bower.  The headland ends with Blackchurch Rock which is just visible below the end of the cliff.
Cliffs below Galantry Bower
A vertiginous spot above near vertical cliffs viewed from the South West Coast Path near Galantry Bower. The headland ends with Blackchurch Rock which is just visible below the end of the cliff.
View back towards Clovelly View back towards Clovelly from the South West Coast Path near Gallantry Bower.
View back towards Clovelly
View back towards Clovelly from the South West Coast Path near Gallantry Bower.
Blackchurch Rock Beach at Blackchurch Rock, Devon
Blackchurch Rock
Beach at Blackchurch Rock, Devon
Hartland: Beckland Bay View from the South West Coast Path, looking north west
Hartland: Beckland Bay
View from the South West Coast Path, looking north west
South West Coast Path near Mouth Mill, Hartland
South West Coast Path near Mouth Mill, Hartland
Field above Brownsham Cliffs On the South West Coastpath between Hartland Point and Clovelly
Field above Brownsham Cliffs
On the South West Coastpath between Hartland Point and Clovelly
View from Windbury Hillfort One of the great views from this section of the South West Coastpath (from Hartland Point to Clovelly). Left foreground: part of Windbury Hill. Right: Brownsham Cliff (a different one to the one in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SS2726">SS2726</a>) Left: Blackchurch Rock <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SS2926">SS2926</a>. Right: Gallantry Bower <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SS3026">SS3026</a>
View from Windbury Hillfort
One of the great views from this section of the South West Coastpath (from Hartland Point to Clovelly). Left foreground: part of Windbury Hill. Right: Brownsham Cliff (a different one to the one in SS2726) Left: Blackchurch Rock SS2926. Right: Gallantry Bower SS3026
Blackchurch Rock from Brownsham Cliff View from the South West Coastpath.
Blackchurch Rock from Brownsham Cliff
View from the South West Coastpath.
Blackchurch Rock
Blackchurch Rock
War Memorial, Beckland Cliff In Memory of the crew of a Wellington bomber which crashed beneath these cliffs on 13 April 1942
War Memorial, Beckland Cliff
In Memory of the crew of a Wellington bomber which crashed beneath these cliffs on 13 April 1942
Public Bridleway sign, Brownsham Wood The bridleway links Brownsham with Clovelly.
Public Bridleway sign, Brownsham Wood
The bridleway links Brownsham with Clovelly.
Upper Brownsham Farm At Brownsham there is a National Trust car park, Upper Brownsham Farm is just opposite.
Upper Brownsham Farm
At Brownsham there is a National Trust car park, Upper Brownsham Farm is just opposite.
Rock strata on Mouthmill Beach The cliffs of Brownsham Cliff and Windbury Head can be seen in the background.
Rock strata on Mouthmill Beach
The cliffs of Brownsham Cliff and Windbury Head can be seen in the background.
Blackchurch Rock, Mouthmill Beach Dramatic rock strata on Mouthmill Beach.
Blackchurch Rock, Mouthmill Beach
Dramatic rock strata on Mouthmill Beach.
Exmansworthy Cliff The scrub-covered headland below marks the point at which Exmansworthy  Cliff becomes Brownsham Cliff as Beckland Bay begins. Taken from the South West Coast Path as it follows Hartland Footpath 66. The view includes <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/420638">SS2926 : Blackchurch Rock, Mouthmill Beach</a>, with, in the distance, the coast past Westward Ho! and Braunton.
Exmansworthy Cliff
The scrub-covered headland below marks the point at which Exmansworthy Cliff becomes Brownsham Cliff as Beckland Bay begins. Taken from the South West Coast Path as it follows Hartland Footpath 66. The view includes SS2926 : Blackchurch Rock, Mouthmill Beach, with, in the distance, the coast past Westward Ho! and Braunton.
Junction at Dillington Bungalow The principal lane leading from Hartland Point to the outside world can be an awkward width, and this driver is taking no chances. On the right at this junction is an unusual fragment of plateau-top woodland, unnamed on the maps.
Junction at Dillington Bungalow
The principal lane leading from Hartland Point to the outside world can be an awkward width, and this driver is taking no chances. On the right at this junction is an unusual fragment of plateau-top woodland, unnamed on the maps.
Lane approaching Hescott Farm The ridge lane from Yapham Cross bends as it climbs the hill on which the farm stands.
Lane approaching Hescott Farm
The ridge lane from Yapham Cross bends as it climbs the hill on which the farm stands.
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Brownsham is located at Grid Ref: SS2825 (Lat: 51.0073, Lng: -4.4453)

Administrative County: Devon

District: Torridge

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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Nearby Amenities

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Brownsham
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