The key characteristics of Lundy are . . .

159. Lundy

The key characteristics of Lundy are . . .

• Small, isolated island with distinctive landform. 

• Prominent landmark when viewed from the mainland.

• Flat plateau with steeply-sloping sides and vertical cliffs.

• Bleak, open and windswept heathland, grazed by sheep and goats. 

• Cliffs and adjacent steep slopes with patchy scrub and maritime grassland. The windward west coast is more rugged, steep and largely bare of vegetation.

• Small settlement built in locally-quarried granite with slate roofs.

• Wide views from the open plateau over apparently endless sea, giving a strong sense of isolation. 

• High nature-conservation value and historic interest.

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