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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.
Murlough Beach and Dunes - County Down
Murlough Beach's spectacular location at the edge of Dundrum Bay and the Mourne Mountains is backed by an ancient sand dune system throughout its 4 mile length. A large area of the dunes is designated as a National Nature Reserve which is a fragile 6,000 year old sand dune system.
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From County Down
