Lancs WT
One of the few remaining fragments of the Chat Moss mossland complex
Cadishead Moss is an 8.4 ha mossland site where there was active peat extraction until the Trust purchased the site in 2009 (including extraction rights). It is one of the few remaining fragments of the 25 square kilometre Chat Moss mossland complex, most of which has been lost due to being cut-over for peat or being drained for agriculture. Currently the site is in poor condition due to the intensive drainage of the site to aid the extraction of the peat. However, when restored it will provide a fantastic wetland habitat, host to a wide range of often unique species, including the iconic Sphagnum
Species and habitats
- Habitats
- Wetland
Nearby nature reserves
- Astley Moss
- 1 miles - The Wildlife Trust for Lancashire, Manchester and North Merseyside
- Sinderland Green Woods
- 4 miles - Cheshire Wildlife Trust
- Holcroft Moss
- 5 miles - Cheshire Wildlife Trust