Knowstone and Rackenford Moors

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Knowstone and Rackenford Moors is one of 191 Sites of Special Scientific Interest in Devon. It is among the largest in the county. The closest station is Lapford, about 17.2 km to the south-west. South Exmoor and Barle Valley are among the SSSIs within 8.2 km.

Full name: Hare's Down, Knowstone & Rackenford Moors

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