An area of chalk downland with old chalk spoil heaps that are rich in wildflowers. Managed on behalf of Surrey County Council.

In the lush, green, rolling countryside of the Howardian Hills, the wet pasture and lowland marsh of this tiny riverside reserve come alive with wildflowers in spring and summer.

Little Marises meadows near to Michaelchurch Escley are unimproved, species-rich, wildflower meadows - a rare and precious habitat.

A natural upland lake, especially good for dragonflies and damselflies

Home of the iconic Rutland Ospreys, Lyndon Visitor Centre lies on the south shore of the reservoir. Enjoy hearing the stories of the Rutland Ospreys in the centre (complete with facilities,…

Superb chalk grassland and scrub with many typical and rare flowers and butterflies

A space for nature to recover on the banks of the River Deben, Martlesham Wilds is at the very beginning of its transformation from an organic farm to a nature reserve.

Located next to an industrial estate on the outskirts of Dover, it is hard to believe a nature reserve is there when driving through the estate. A mix of chalk downland, scrub and woodland with…

This small wetland reserve in the southern Yorkshire Wolds is fed by several clear chalk springs, with flourishing flowers through the spring and summer months, and snipe in the winter.

The amazing Atlantic facing sand dunes at Penhale are classed as a Special Area of Conservation (SAC) and a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). Penhale is one of the largest dune systems…

A gem of a reserve; a haven for wildfowl and migrating waders

The 'Bank' is almost four hectares of chalk grassland on a southeast-facing hillside with commanding views of the Darenth Valley.

A varied set of habitats for plants and animals

Bounded on three sides by the river Hull and accessed by a 1.5 mile riverside walk, this spring-fed reserve is a remnant of extensive fens, rich in marsh plants.

A small area of remnant wet heath and acid, oak woodland

An impressive patchwork of wildlife rich habitats

Rutland Water Nature Reserve is an internationally recognised Site of Special Scientific interest (SSSI), Special Protection Area (SPA) and a Ramsar Wetland of International Importance. It is one…

This tranquil former limestone quarry is a veritable Aladdin’s Cave of botanists’ treasures. Its gems include several nationally scarce plants.

Tucked away by the side of a large bend in the muddy lower Ouse, the wetland and woodland habitats on this small reserve attract some brilliant wildlife all year round.

A haven for a wealth of different species