About Manning's Pit
Manning's Pit is a magical piece of
countryside on the edge of Pilton and Barnstaple. It
is a much loved secluded valley, forming part of the
North Devon Downs, and has numerous historical and
cultural links.
Manning's Pit is not only beautiful
but rich in wildlife. Otters and Kingfishers are found
along its river banks, Salmon have come up river to
spawn in autumn, Hazel Dormice hide in its hedgerows,
and Horseshoe Bats swoop across its downland slopes at
night.
Finally and most importantly, it may
be a small area but it is at the heart of the local
community, loved by young and old alike.
Our Aims
These were the aims on our website during our fund
raising campaign:
We want to purchase Manning's
Pit for the benefit of the wildlife and the local
people, including Pilton and Bradiford residents and
the wider community of all those who love the
Manning's Pit fields.
We want to keep Manning's Pit
as it is - a part of our rural heritage - combining
public access with protection for the landscape and
the wildlife.
Now that Manning's Pit has been
purchased, these aims will be at the forefront of any
action taken going forward.
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