Objectives of the  Trust

  1. To preserve for the benefit of the public the natural features of northern Devon whilst respecting any historical features.
  2. To advance the education of the public about conservation and the protection of the environment in northern Devon.

The Trust today

​The Trust currently gives out grants to community groups through the Biodiversity Awards. The Trust also receives and gives funding to help run or support projects across north Devon.

History of the Trust

The Tarka Country Trust was set up in March 1999.  Following a successful application to the Millennium Commission, the Trust hosted the Tarka Country Millennium Awards from 2000 to 2004. 

Many grants were given out to local organisations including Hartland Archive Project, Explore Braunton, History of Hele BayNorth Devon Dormouse Project and Virginstow Past and Present.

The Tarka Trail
Laying a hedge

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