Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (England Wales & N Ireland)
An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is a designated exceptional landscape whose distinctive character and natural beauty are precious enough to be safeguarded in the national interest. AONBs are protected and enhanced for nature, people, business and culture.
England, Wales and Northern Ireland has 46 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, covering 18% of the countryside, over a fifth of the English coast, and including 12,000 miles of footpaths and bridleways.
Read MoreEngland, Wales and Northern Ireland has 46 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, covering 18% of the countryside, over a fifth of the English coast, and including 12,000 miles of footpaths and bridleways.
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The House in the Clouds - Thorpeness
The House in the Clouds is one of the country's most famous follies sited at Thorpeness. It was built in 1923 as a water tower disguised as a house to avoid it being an eyesore. The name comes from a children's poem written by the original owner, and inspired by the house.
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