Minera Quarry Nature Reserve
Witness the incredible power of nature as it slowly reclaims this former industrial site. What will Minera Quarry’s next chapter hold?
Tom Hibbert
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Witness the incredible power of nature as it slowly reclaims this former industrial site. What will Minera Quarry’s next chapter hold?
An enclosed estuary of the South Esk river
A wild area of saltmarsh, rush pasture and mire bordering the River Dyfi. An important part of the Dyfi Estuary and Montgomeryshire's only coast!
Park Wood Nature Reserve is a serene ash woodland that’s had continuous woodland cover for hundreds of years. Limestone pavement is a feature of the local area and at Park Wood trees struggle to…
The atmosphere at the end of Peninnis Head is otherworldly. Prominent granite cliffs, tors and boulders are scattered amongst the maritime heathland, with impressive rock formations stacked right…
Two disused reservoirs set amongst fields
Colonies of rare butterflies and nesting birds make this site great for wildlife enthusiasts - but it is also internationally famous for the unusual onion skin weathering on basalt which was used…
Explore this wood carefully, it has many stories to tell.
A tiny nature reserve full of wildflowers and butterflies in summer. Rifle Butts Quarry provides an introduction to the wildlife typical of the remaining natural areas of the Yorkshire Wolds.…
An old quarry site with an interesting calcicole flora
Soak up rainbow-bright wildflowers, skittering butterflies and beautiful birds on-high.
Listen to the rolling waves on the sand and shingle, breathe in the saline scents of the saltmarsh, and watch the wonderful wildlife this very important and sensitive National Nature Reserve has…
Outstanding coastal scenery, spectacular limestone and volcanic rock-formations, great spring flowers and plenty of birds to see.
A private nature reserve, this hidden gem on the Hogs Back contains fascinating geology and rare chalk flowers.
Spectacular red sandstone cliffs with many sea caves
The stunning scenery provides a backdrop to this lovely reserve. The steep wooded slopes of Smardale gill contrasts with the views of open rolling countryside from the viaduct. A great place for…
An adventure to this fantastic strip of limestone pavement promises to reward you with glimpses of treasure amongst the clints and grykes.
A narrow strip of land with two dominant features: wooded cliffs and saltmarsh
Part of the largest area of coastal shingle in Scotland
Picturesque Sprotbrough Flash is one of the richest wildlife sites in South Yorkshire. A mosaic of open water, wetland, woodland and limestone grassland, the site offers a year-round treat for…
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