Reserves and species

Posted by herefordshire
2011-06-22 10:32

The Parks

This new reserve comprises an impressive and majestic sweep of grassland lying on the gently north and south facing slopes of the Dulas Brook. The Brook itself supports a rich diversity of species indicating good water quality and signs of otter may be seen along its entire length. It also has a thriving population of native white-clawed crayfish. The grassland supports a fine variety of wildflowers, grasses and fungi

Reserve details
Trust: 
Herefordshire Wildlife Trust
Size: 
18.42
Short Description: 
An impressive sweep of grassland lying on the gentle north and south facing slopes of the Dulas Brook
Smartphone Description: 
This new reserve comprises an impressive and majestic sweep of grassland lying on the gently north and south facing slopes of the Dulas Brook. The Brook itself supports a rich diversity of species indicating good water quality and signs of otter may be seen along its entire length. It also has a thriving population of native white-clawed crayfish. The grassland supports a fine variety of wildflowers, grasses and fungi
Location
Address: 
The Parks
Town: 
Ewyas Harold
County: 
Herefordshire
Grid ref: 
SO 369 295
Facilities
Visitor centre: 
No
Shop: 
No shop
Picnic Area: 
No
Opening hours: 
Open at all times
Toilets: 
No toilets
Disabled toilet: 
No disabled toilet
Baby changing facilities: 
No baby changing facilities
Dogs: 
Dogs under effective control
Access: 
No
Parking: 
Yes
Parking info: 
There is a small car park at the entrance to the reserve
Walking information: 
From June to July, please keep to the paths that form a circuit around the reserve. Waterproof footwear is advised
Contact details
Reserve manager: 
Herefordshire Wildlife Trust
Reserve phone number: 
01432 356872
Reserve email address: 
enquiries@herefordshirewt.co.uk
Reserver deep link: 
http://www.herefordshirewt.org/reserves/theparks.html
Photos
Photo: 
Best time to visit
Start: 
April
End: 
July
Admission
Admission fee?: 
No
Location type: 
Wildlife or nature reserve
Posted by herefordshire
2011-06-22 10:31

Page's Pasture

The reserve consists of a single field showing a comparison between diverse original flora, found along the eastern edge of field, and species poor flora where artificial fertilizers have been applied in the past. The tightly trimmed hedge boundaries hold at least 8 different tree species including field maple, guelder rose and holly as well as climbing plants such as honeysuckle, ivy and field rose.

Reserve details
Trust: 
Herefordshire Wildlife Trust
Size: 
3.30
Short Description: 
A single field showing comparison in flora between original grassland and that treated with ferlilizer in the past. Varied hedgerow trees and plants.
Smartphone Description: 
Single field showing comparrison in flora of original and fertilized pasture, varied hedgerow trees and plants.
Location
Address: 
Tedstone Wafre
Town: 
Tedstone Wafre
County: 
Herefordshire
Grid ref: 
SO 677 585
Facilities
Visitor centre: 
No
Shop: 
No shop
Picnic Area: 
No
Opening hours: 
Open at all times
Toilets: 
No toilets
Disabled toilet: 
No disabled toilet
Baby changing facilities: 
No baby changing facilities
Dogs: 
Dogs must be on lead
Access: 
No
Parking: 
Yes
Parking info: 
There is a small car park with room for 2-3 cars, just inside the main entrance gate, off the B4203 immediately adjacent to to Pine Tree Cottages. Please be aware of fast-moving traffic on the B4203 as visibility is restricted.
Walking information: 
Access is straightforward but please keep to the edge of the field while the hay is growing, and keep dogs on a lead or under close control.
Grazing animals: 
Sheep are often grazed on the reserve after the hay is cut
Contact details
Reserve manager: 
Herefordshire Wildlife Trust
Reserve phone number: 
01432 356872
Reserve email address: 
enquiries@herefordshirewt.co.uk
Reserver deep link: 
http://www.herefordshirewt.org/reserves/pages.htm
Photos
Photo: 
Admission
Admission fee?: 
No
Location type: 
Wildlife or nature reserve
Posted by herefordshire
2011-06-22 10:31

Lugg Mills

Lugg Mills nature reserve is an 8 acre island at the far north end of Lugg Meadows formed by the confluence of the Lugg and Little Lugg. The reserve, which often floods in winter, is part meadow and part scrub vegetation. This variety of habitat supports a range of species which greatly adds to the value of the adjoining Lugg Meadow.

Reserve details
Trust: 
Herefordshire Wildlife Trust
Size: 
3.80
Short Description: 
A small island formed by the confluence of the River Lugg and Little Lugg.
Smartphone Description: 
Found at the far north end of Lugg Meadows Reserve is Lugg Mills Island, formed by the confluence of the River Lugg and Little Lugg. Partly flooded over in winter, this riverine habitat supports a range of species. The unpolluted river supports a healthy otter population and over 120 species of river plants are present.
Location
Address: 
Lugg Mills
Town: 
Tupsley
County: 
Herefordshire
Grid ref: 
SO 530 416
Facilities
Visitor centre: 
No
Shop: 
No shop
Picnic Area: 
No
Opening hours: 
Open at all times, Lower Mugg meadow closed from March to May.
Toilets: 
No toilets
Disabled toilet: 
No disabled toilet
Baby changing facilities: 
No baby changing facilities
Dogs: 
Dogs under effective control
Access: 
Yes
Access info: 
Access is unrestricted but visitors are asked to keep to the marked tracks. The reserve is prone to flooding in winter months which can make it difficult to access. Contact the Trust for more information.
Parking: 
Yes
Contact details
Reserve manager: 
Herefordshire Wildlife Trust
Reserve phone number: 
01432 356872
Reserve email address: 
enquiries@herefordshirewt.co.uk
Reserver deep link: 
http://www.herefordshirewt.org/reserves/luggmeadow.htm#LuggMills
Photos
Photo: 
Best time to visit
Start: 
April
End: 
July
Admission
Admission fee?: 
No
Location type: 
Wildlife or nature reserve
Posted by herefordshire
2011-06-22 10:31

Wyevale Wood

Formerly an ancient woodland site, the ancient origins of Wyevale Wood can be seen by the fine wood bank and ditch still clearly visible along the north boundary, while the gnarled bases of some of the trees indicate former management as coppice. Well grown oaks dominate the north eastern part of the reserve.

Reserve details
Trust: 
Herefordshire Wildlife Trust
Size: 
4.20
Short Description: 
A woodland site with evidence of ancient origins
Smartphone Description: 
Formerly an ancient woodland site, the ancient origins of Wyvale Wood can be seen by the fine wood bank and ditch still clearly visible along the north boundary, while the gnarled bases of some of the trees indicate former management as coppice. Well grown oaks dominate the north eastern part of the reserve. To the south, there is an open pasture area that was extensivley planted up in 2001 with more native tree species
Location
Address: 
Wyevale Wood
Town: 
Hereford
County: 
Herefordshire
Grid ref: 
SO 472 407
Facilities
Visitor centre: 
No
Shop: 
No shop
Picnic Area: 
No
Opening hours: 
Open at all times
Toilets: 
No toilets
Disabled toilet: 
No disabled toilet
Baby changing facilities: 
No baby changing facilities
Dogs: 
Dogs must be on lead
Access: 
No
Access info: 
Footpaths to the hide are wheelchair friendly. Other parts of the reserve are prone to becoming muddy, especially in poor weather. Contact the Trust for further information.
Parking: 
Yes
Parking info: 
Space for 2-3 cars by wooden barrier at the end of the lane
Walking information: 
Generally level with wide paths. Spacious observation hide near entrance. Wheelchair access to the hide is via a gently sloping wooden ramp. Following heavy winter rains, the whole site can be quite wet and muddy
Contact details
Reserve manager: 
Herefordshire Wildlife Trust
Reserve phone number: 
01432 356872
Reserve email address: 
enquiries@herefordshirewt.co.uk
Reserver deep link: 
http://www.herefordshirewt.org/reserves/wyevale.htm
Photos
Photo: 
Wyevale Wood
Best time to visit
Start: 
April
End: 
July
Admission
Admission fee?: 
No
Location type: 
Wildlife or nature reserve
Posted by herefordshire
2011-06-22 10:31

Woodside

This area consists of an ancient woodland with a small arable field on the south side. Interesting plants such as cow-wheat, wild madder and bitter vetch occur. The most interesting feature of the reserve is the former arable field that contains a rich calcareous flora. It also supports an unusual variety of insect life. Ant mounds dot the pasture and provide evidence of the long history of non-cultivation.

Reserve details
Trust: 
Herefordshire Wildlife Trust
Size: 
3.75
Short Description: 
Ancient woodland site with a small arable field with a long history of non-cultivation
Smartphone Description: 
This area consists of an ancient woodland with a small arable field on the south side. Interesting plants such as cow-wheat, wild madder and bitter vetch occur. The most interesting feature of the reserve is the former arable field that contains a rich calcareous flora. It also supports an unusual variety of insect life. Ant mounds dot the pasture and provide evidence of the long history of non-cultivation
Location
Address: 
Woodside
Town: 
Whitchurch
County: 
Herefordshire
Grid ref: 
SO 555 157
Facilities
Visitor centre: 
No
Shop: 
No shop
Café / Refreshments: 
No
Picnic Area: 
No
Opening hours: 
Open at all times
Toilets: 
No toilets
Disabled toilet: 
No disabled toilet
Baby changing facilities: 
No baby changing facilities
Dogs: 
Dogs must be on lead
Access: 
No
Parking: 
No
Parking info: 
No parking at Woodside, park at Miners Rest
Walking information: 
There is a clearly defined, unsurfaced path running through the wooded part of the reserve. Grassland area is quite small and the site is a sensitive one so visitors are asked to please keep to the paths. Gate is locked when stock are grazing
Contact details
Reserve manager: 
Herefordshire Wildlife Trust
Reserve phone number: 
01432 356872
Reserve email address: 
enquiries@herefordshirewt.co.uk
Reserver deep link: 
http://www.herefordshirewt.org/reserves/woodside.htm
Photos
Photo: 
Best time to visit
Start: 
April
End: 
July
Admission
Admission fee?: 
No
Location type: 
Wildlife or nature reserve
Posted by herefordshire
2011-06-22 10:31

White Rocks

The past history of the area has produced a rich mosaic of habitats, with an accompanying diversity of wildlife. Much of the woodland is ancient with tall beech, ash, and oak grown up from old coppice stools. The ground flora here is dominated by bluebells and bramble.

Reserve details
Trust: 
Herefordshire Wildlife Trust
Size: 
5.30
Short Description: 
A reserve with a rich mosaic of habitats with an accompanying diversity of wildlife
Smartphone Description: 
The past history of the area has produced a rich mosaic of habitats, with an accompanying diversity of wildlife. Much of the woodland is ancient with tall beech, ash, and oak grown up from old coppice stools. The ground flora here is dominated by bluebells and bramble. There are strips of grassland that contain plants such as quaking grass and salad burnet. These areas form a very attractive habitat for butterflies, such as marbled white and ringlet
Location
Address: 
White Rocks
Town: 
The Doward
County: 
Herefordshire
Grid ref: 
SO 550 158
Facilities
Visitor centre: 
No
Shop: 
No shop
Picnic Area: 
No
Opening hours: 
Open at all times
Toilets: 
No toilets
Disabled toilet: 
No disabled toilet
Baby changing facilities: 
No baby changing facilities
Dogs: 
Dogs must be on lead
Access: 
No
Parking: 
Yes
Parking info: 
Room for two cars in entrace to the reserve
Walking information: 
Access to most parts of the reserve prevents no problems and paths are obvious and well marked. Some areas may be damp and muddy in places - boots are advised. There are man-holes dotted over the tip site to monitor methan production from waste below; these areas are best avoided.
Contact details
Reserve manager: 
Herefordshire Wildlife Trust
Reserve phone number: 
01432 356872
Reserve email address: 
enquiries@herefordshirewt.co.uk
Reserver deep link: 
http://www.herefordshirewt.org/reserves/whiterocks.htm
Photos
Photo: 
Best time to visit
Start: 
April
End: 
July
Admission
Admission fee?: 
No
Location type: 
Wildlife or nature reserve
Posted by herefordshire
2011-06-22 10:31

Wessington Wood & Pasture

Reserve details
Trust: 
Herefordshire Wildlife Trust
Size: 
11.30
Short Description: 
A woodland with a chequered history that has been improved over recent years
Smartphone Description: 
The site contains a number of important features: derelict woodland containing some very large ancient Hazel trees and a good mix of typical understorey shrubs like Spindle, Blackthorn and Sweet Briar, a few ancient perry pear trees at the top of the glade, dead Elm trees, together with some regenerating Elm and areas of semi-improved pasture flanking the glade valley. This pasture is somewhat impoverished due to a chequered history but contains a number of interesting plants, including Dwarf Thistle, Adder's Tongue, and Autumn Ladies Tresses, as well as a varied selection of typical meadow butterflies.
Location
Address: 
Wessington Wood & Pasture
Town: 
Woolhope
County: 
Herefordshire
Grid ref: 
SO 603 353
Facilities
Visitor centre: 
No
Shop: 
No shop
Picnic Area: 
No
Opening hours: 
Open at all times
Toilets: 
No toilets
Disabled toilet: 
No disabled toilet
Baby changing facilities: 
No baby changing facilities
Dogs: 
Dogs must be on lead
Access: 
No
Access info: 
Terrain can be very difficult and visitors are advised to take care.
Parking: 
Yes
Parking info: 
There is a small car park - drive through the gate from the road and along the track
Walking information: 
In autumn and winter, the woodland areas stay muddy so strong shoes/boots are advised. Take care when walking near the pond as there are several large deep holes which can be hidden by rank vegetation in the summer months.
Grazing animals: 
The pasture is sometimes grazed by livestock
Contact details
Reserve manager: 
Herefordshire Wildlife Trust
Reserve phone number: 
01432 356872
Reserve email address: 
enquiries@herefordshirewt.co.uk
Reserver deep link: 
http://www.herefordshirewt.org/reserves/wessington.htm
Photos
Photo: 
Best time to visit
Start: 
April
End: 
August
Admission
Admission fee?: 
No
Location type: 
Wildlife or nature reserve
Posted by herefordshire
2011-06-22 10:31

Wern Wood

The wood lies on a slope bounded on the east by a stream running in a deeply-cut dingle. The upper woodland is predominantly young to mature Oak with some Ash, and there is a rookery of some 20 active nests at the southern end of the wood.

Reserve details
Trust: 
Herefordshire Wildlife Trust
Size: 
1.00
Short Description: 
A woodland site with many indicator species showing that this is an ancient site
Smartphone Description: 
The wood lies on a slope bounded on the east by a stream running in a deeply-cut dingle. The upper woodland is predominantly young to mature Oak with some Ash, and there is a rookery of some 20 active nests at the southern end of the wood. Hazel, Hawthorn, Holly, Gean, Willow, Elm and Elder are present in the understorey. The presence of many indicator plant species, together with the shady aspect and difficult access for cultivation, all suggest that this is an ancient woodland site. Lime encrustation is found in the fast-flowing dingle stream, which has a varied invertebrate fauna, including stonefly and damselfly nymphs
Location
Address: 
Wern Wood
Town: 
Bredwardine
County: 
Herefordshire
Grid ref: 
SO 332 437
Facilities
Visitor centre: 
No
Shop: 
No shop
Picnic Area: 
No
Opening hours: 
Open at all times
Toilets: 
No toilets
Disabled toilet: 
No disabled toilet
Baby changing facilities: 
No baby changing facilities
Dogs: 
Dogs must be on lead
Access: 
No
Parking: 
No
Parking info: 
There is room for 1-2 cars in the lay-by
Walking information: 
There are currently few access paths. In summer, plant growth at the base of the slope may hide the several small streams, flushed areas and ditches present. Movement along the upper slopes can be difficult and slippery in wet weather and may cause a brisk descent if care is not taken!
Contact details
Reserve manager: 
Herefordshire Wildlife Trust
Reserve phone number: 
01432 356872
Reserve email address: 
enquiries@herefordshirewt.co.uk
Reserver deep link: 
http://www.herefordshirewt.org/reserves/wern.htm
Photos
Photo: 
Best time to visit
Start: 
April
End: 
July
Admission
Admission fee?: 
No
Location type: 
Wildlife or nature reserve
Posted by herefordshire
2011-06-22 10:31

The Sturts East

The Sturts (East) reserve comprises six fields. Two of them, Waterloo and Smith's Meadow, are wet, rough grassland fields, separated by an old hedge. Both fields are subject to winter flooding, and the repeated silt deposition has built up a rich deep, moisture retentive soil.

Reserve details
Trust: 
Herefordshire Wildlife Trust
Size: 
6.30
Short Description: 
Wet rough grassland fields subject to winter flooding
Smartphone Description: 
Wet, rough grassland fields, separated by an old hedge. The fields are subject to winter flooding, and the repeated silt deposition has built up a rich deep, moisture retentive soil. Ragged robin, marsh bedstraw, lesser spearwort and three species of juncus rush are found in the hollows and ditches.
Location
Address: 
The Sturts East
Town: 
Eardisley
County: 
Herefordshire
Grid ref: 
SO 343 478
Facilities
Visitor centre: 
No
Shop: 
No shop
Picnic Area: 
No
Opening hours: 
Open at all times
Toilets: 
No toilets
Disabled toilet: 
No disabled toilet
Baby changing facilities: 
No baby changing facilities
Dogs: 
Dogs must be on lead
Access: 
No
Parking: 
Yes
Parking info: 
Very limited parking at the entrance
Walking information: 
Can be accessed either from the lane, or by a field gate part way along the dividing hedge. Conditions underfoot can be wet even in summer, especially so around the ponds, so boots are advised.
Contact details
Reserve manager: 
Herefordshire Wildlife Trust
Reserve phone number: 
01432 356872
Reserve email address: 
enquiries@herefordshirewt.co.uk
Reserver deep link: 
http://www.herefordshirewt.org/reserves/sturtseast.htm
Photos
Photo: 
Waterloo
Best time to visit
Start: 
April
End: 
August
Admission
Admission fee?: 
No
Location type: 
Wildlife or nature reserve
Posted by herefordshire
2011-06-22 10:31

Upper Welson Marsh

Access to this reserve is restricted. Please contact us to obtain a permit 01432 356872.

Reserve details
Trust: 
Herefordshire Wildlife Trust
Size: 
1.10
Short Description: 
A marshland reserve with a number of nationally rare or local species of plants
Smartphone Description: 
The wet central part of the reserve has probably been a marsh for over 150 years, as the area was known as "the Moors" (i.e. marsh/fen) at the time of the 1844 Tithe map. The main interest of this site lies in the very rich marshland flora which includes a number of nationally rare or local species. One of the most spectacular plants in early May is the Globe Flower, growing here in quite large drifts at the southern-most limit of its range in Britain. There is a good variety of bird life, both migrant and resident, while the now very local Wood White butterfly can be seen on the wing in early summer. Frogs breed regularly in the small pools within the marsh.
Location
Address: 
Upper Welson Marsh
Town: 
Upper Welson
County: 
Herefordshire
Grid ref: 
SO 293 515
Facilities
Visitor centre: 
No
Shop: 
No shop
Picnic Area: 
No
Opening hours: 
By permit only
Toilets: 
No toilets
Disabled toilet: 
No disabled toilet
Baby changing facilities: 
No baby changing facilities
Dogs: 
No
Access: 
No
Access info: 
Public footpath leading to and around the reserve. Visitors are advised to keep to the marked tracks to avoid disturbing the wildlife.
Parking: 
No
Parking info: 
Park at lay-by on A4111 and walk to reserve (2km)
Walking information: 
The marsh vegetation in this reserve is easily damaged by trampling, and visitors are asked to stick to the marked path through the area. The reserve is reached via a public footpath across two fields owned by the farm at the end of the lane. Please keep to this footpath
Contact details
Reserve manager: 
Herefordshire Wildlife Trust
Reserve phone number: 
01432 356872
Reserve email address: 
enquiries@herefordshirewt.co.uk
Reserver deep link: 
http://www.herefordshirewt.org/reserves/welson.htm
Photos
Photo: 
Best time to visit
Start: 
April
End: 
August
Admission
Admission fee?: 
No
Location type: 
Wildlife or nature reserve