Fire Beacon Hill
Fire Beacon Hill is a significant natural area in the Sid Valley, known for its lowland heath habitat. This habitat is considered rarer than rainforest in Britain, with 85% of it having been lost since 1800. It is owned by Sidmouth Town Council. Here's a breakdown of information about Fire Beacon Hill: Location and Landscape Fire Beacon Hill is situated approximately two miles north of Sidmouth. Access is via Core Hill Road, a single-track, no-through road off the A3052 west of Sidford. It offers breathtaking views across Sidmouth and the Jurassic Coast on a clear day. The site is criss-crossed with bridleways, footpaths, fire-breaks, and the East Devon Way, making it easy to explore on foot, though paths can be uneven and muddy. It has small layby parking or visitors can park at White Cross car park. Habitat and History Historically, the entire East Hill escarpment, including Fire Beacon Hill, was covered in lowland heath vegetation. The hill was once a site for one of the beacons...