Management Plan - North York Moors National Park

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ContextThe vision for the North York Moors was developed aspart of the consultation on the last Management Plan butits aspirations are still relevant. Some small but importantadditions have been made for this Plan. The vision is a longterm view of the type of place that the National Park shouldbe. The objectives of the Management Plan and activities ofthe National Park Authority and other organisations working inthe National Park should help towards achieving the vision:The second National Park purpose refers to the promotion of opportunities for ‘the understanding and enjoymentof the special qualities’. The special qualities have been defined as:Great diversity of landscapeSudden dramatic contrasts associated with thisLong imprint of human activityA wealth of archaeology from prehistory tothe 20th Century● A place managed with care and concern for futuregenerations● A place where the diversity and distinctiveness of thelandscape, villages and buildings is cherished● A place where biological and cultural diversity, and otherspecial qualities are conserved and enhanced● A place where the environment and way of life isrespected and understood● A place where communities are more self sustaining andeconomic activity engenders environmental andrecreational benefits● A place that is special to people and that providespleasure, inspiration and spiritual well being; where calmand quality of life are celebrated● A place where visitors are welcome and cultural andrecreational opportunities and experiences are accessible● A place that continues to adapt to change whilst NationalPark purposes continue to be furthered and pursued● A place where natural resources are managed sustainablyand environmental limits are recognisedWide sweeps of open heather moorlandDistinctive dales, valley and inland headlandsAn abundance of forest and woodlandAncient trees and woodland rich in wildlifeSpecial landforms from the Ice AgeExceptional coastal geologyMajestic coastal cliffs and sheltered harboursDistinctive coastal headlandsA special mix of upland, lowland and coastalhabitatsA wide variety of wildlife dependent on theseSettlements which reflect their agricultural,fishing or mining pastLocally distinctive buildings and building materialsA rich and diverse countryside for recreationAn extensive network of public paths and tracksStrong religious past and presentRuined abbeys and ancient churchesStrong feeling of remotenessA place for spiritual refreshmentTranquillityDark skies at night and clear unpolluted airDistinctive skills, dialects, songs and customsStrong sense of community and friendly peopleA place of artistic, scientific and literaryinspirationA heritage of authors, artists, scientists and explorers8 www.northyorkmoors.org.uk
1.3 What is the Management Plan?The National Park Management Plan sets out the vision,strategic policies and outcomes for the National Park over thelong term. It is a Plan for the National Park, its communities,businesses, visitors and organisations and will require allwho have an interest in the National Park to work togetherto achieve its aspirations. It will ensure that National Parkpurposes are being delivered whilst contributing to theaims and objectives of other strategies for the area. ThisManagement Plan is different from its predecessors in that itmore clearly recognises the outputs and role of key industriesand begins to tackle the question of what the National Parkcan produce to meet society’s needs whilst ensuring theachievement of National Park purposes.The Management Plan:● identifies aims for the National Park;● agrees policies to achieve these;● lists the mechanisms and identifies key partners toachieve the policies and targets;● sets clear targets and identifies potential capacity insome areas; and● refers to the range of State of the Park indicators toinform its conclusions and ensure monitoringNorth York Moors National Park Management Plan9
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