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15 acres of the site are dedicated as a Site of Nature Conservation Interest
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There are 4 important habitats:
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Bluebell Woods |
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There is a rich variety of flora & fauna with 105 bird species identified on
site so far; a wide range of dragonflies and damsel flies; reptiles including snakes,
lizards and crested newts. During quieter moments, Sika and Roe deer graze the campsites.
Badgers, stoats and rabbits can be seen on site. Nationally important flora include
clubmoss and varieties of orchids.
A three year conservation plan funded by Sita Trust and managed by BTCV has opened
access to the Conservation Area with trails, a boardwalk ( to disabled access standards),
interpretative boards and project bases.
Conservation activities are available on site to meet Scout badgework requirements
or in support of National Curriculum outcomes. A learning pack aimed at up to Key
Stage 3 is available together with various Activity Worksheets. We have a stream
dipping platform with associated equipment available to hire. |
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Conservation Work |
Several thousand trees and shrubs have been planted on site by volunteers to provide
shelter belts and wildlife habitats and to provide coppice wood for firewood and
pioneering activities.
These and similar conservation activities are always available on site - please
discuss with the Centre Manager.
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