Old Lodge
Open vistas of heather, with areas of pine woodland, set in the Ashdown Forest
©Andrew Parkinson/2020VISION
Open vistas of heather, with areas of pine woodland, set in the Ashdown Forest
A large expanse of lowland grassland, which floods in the winter, but dries out through the spring and summer. Home to flocks of ducks in winter, and ground nesting birds in spring.
The remarkable ancient oak pollards of Old Broom are between 250 and 500 years old and a remnant of an open wood-pasture landscape, perhaps more akin to savannah than woodland and certainly…
At nearly 200 hectares, this beautiful nature reserve abounds with ancient history, atmosphere and wildlife. Grasslands support an array of butterflies in the summer, whilst the woodlands burst…
Enjoy a walk at Holwell Reserves, disused quarries, with a mixture of grassland, woodland and exposed rock faces create a peaceful atmosphere throughout the year. A special place for bats,…
A valuable wetland area providing habitat for frogs, toads and smooth and palmate newts - there is a great pond dipping platform perfect for a warm spring afternoon.
A traditional hay meadow, with an eye-popping display of flowers between May and mid-July, this is a glorious example of the species-rich meadows that were once common in the Dales.
We are looking to recruit a full-time, permanent Senior Reserves Officer to an exciting new hybrid position.
As an Assistant Reserves Officer you will work within a team managing and developing the Trust’s nature reserves for people and wildlife. Your work place includes internationally
recognised…
We are looking for a passionate and driven person to lead and deliver the day to day operations across our North West Reserves Region.
Delivering the conservation and restoration objectives…