Chapel Wood
One of North Devon's best kept secrets, Chapel Wood, near Braunton, has a ruined chapel listed in the Doomsday Book and an ancient iron hill fort, this tiny, secretive woodland is a small reserve of mixed woodland and a fascinating place to visit.
The ruin of the chapel which gives the wood its name has a bench from which people can enjoy the peace and tranquility of the RSPB nature reserve. There are nature trails to follow around this charming and remote woodland. Without the distraction of traffic, alarms and other urban noise you can focus on the array of bird calls that fill the air as you wander round. If you choose a guided walk there will be an RSPB expert who can tell you what birds you are hearing- even if they are harder to spot than to listen to!
Where: SS483415
When: All year
Facilities: Dogs Allowed, Visitor Centre, Walks,
Access: Bus route with a short walk. Cycling and walking routes available.
Hints and Tips: Without the distraction of traffic, alarms and other urban noise you can focus on the array of bird calls that fill the air as you wander round.
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