Stepping Stones to Nature is an exciting new project to get more Plymouth residents enjoying our parks and natural spaces...more
Nature conservation
Plymouth is located in a glorious natural setting at the mouth of the Rivers Tamar and Plym which open out onto Plymouth Sound. Much of this 'blue resource' designated as a European Marine Site making it the most highly protected area in the city. Plymouth also has numerous Local Nature Reserves (LNR), Special Sites of Scientific Interest (SSSI) and County Wildlife Sites (CWS).
Many of Plymouth's designated conservation areas are managed in collaboration between the Council's Parks Services and volunteer organisations such as Groundwork and BTCV.
If you are interested in exploring a little further afield it is a short hop from the city into areas with breathtaking landscapes such as:
- Dartmoor National Park
- Tamar Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
- South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
- Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
For more information please email wildlife@plymouth.gov.uk