Quants is a wildlife-rich mosaic of woodland, grassland and heathland on a steep north facing slope of the Blackdown Hills; why not include a visit to near-by Wellington Monument when you visit…

Tranquil ancient mixed woodland with a stream and ponds.

Rainworth Heath is part of the historic Sherwood Forest area and it is one of the last remaining areas of heathland in Nottingham

Wet heath, good for dragonflies and bog plants

Ringdown is a species-rich flush mire, wet grassland and wet woodland reserve on the Blackdown Hills. The water seeping up here flows into the River Culm which is the longest tributary of the…

On the edge of the Gwent Levels, you can enjoy the rich variety of trees in the leafy woodland and the fascinating wildflowers and insects of the limestone grassland.

A fine example of ancient woodland that runs in a steep-sided dingle.

A mix of ancient broadleaf and plantation conifer woodland.

An impressive patchwork of wildlife rich habitats

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

A small woodland with a good display of spring flowers.

Everyone can escape the busy-ness of life by exploring the network of paths across this beautiful and varied heathland.

A pond rich in wildlife in the middle of a piece of ancient Berkshire common, Sole Common Pond has a great variety of habitats for its size.

A hidden piece of ancient woodland filled with wildlife.

These fragile woods support a diverse mixture of species from mighty oaks and majestic beech to violets and carpets of bluebells. The extremely rare greater butterfly orchids and delicate lady…

A site with a long history as open heathland and part of the historic Sherwood Forest area.

A pocket of secluded, peaceful woodland in the heart of what was once the Royal Forest of Braydon.

From sweeping views over the Monnow Valley to microcosms of plants and minibeasts living on the dry stone walls, there’s a lot to discover at this reserve.

Stone sculptures and scarce wildlife make this former quarry an interesting and unusual site to visit.

A marshland reserve with a number of nationally rare or local species of plants