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North Devon surfers mark world status for area
... North Devon surfer Kevin Cook, who proposed making the area a surfing reserve, said: " We are delighted to have this remarkable coastline recognised for its quality surf and precious ecosystem...
North Devon first in UK to become World Surfing Reserve
... " North Devon surfer Kevin Cook, who proposed making the area a surfing reserve, said he hoped the new designation would " help influence" decision makers...
North Devon surfers mark world status for area
Surfers are gathering in north Devon to mark the area's official designation as a
The Surfers , with coastal experts, locals and environmental groups, are due to mark the occasion in Woolacombe with the unveiling of a statue.
North Devon joins Malibu and Santa Cruz in California, and the Gold Coast and Manly in Australia as a WSR.
The designation recognises the quality of the surf as well as the sport's importance to the wider community.
The WSR programme was launched in 2009 in California with the aim of " protecting surf ecosystems around the globe".
The north Devon coast, which already has, will become one of 12 WSRs around The World .
An area around Braunton Burrows is a for its landscapes, wildlife areas and cultural heritage.
The reserve covers about 30km (19 miles) of coastline.
North Devon surfer Kevin Cook , who proposed making the area a surfing reserve, said: " We Are delighted to have this remarkable coastline recognised for its quality surf and precious ecosystem.
" We can now work together to protect this area for generations to come".
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