Foxglove Covert Local Nature Reserve covers 100 acres of moorland edge adjacent to Cambrai Lines at Catterick and has a remarkable mix of habitats and species. The reserve contains semi-natural woodland, heathland, flower-rich grassland, streams, ponds, a lake, willow and alder carr, coniferous woodlands and wet meadows.
Foxglove Volunteers have been awarded with The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service. This is the highest award a voluntary group can receive in the UK and is often described as the MBE for voluntary groups!
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Thursday, November 23rd 2023
Yesterday team members from National Highways joined us here at Foxglove Covert to pollard and coppi... read more.Monday, November 20th 2023
Due to drainage issues the toilet facilities at the visitor center are unavailable. The reserve is still open but toilet... read more._350_280_c1.JPG)
Autumn Crafts and Autumn Colours
Thursday, November 2nd 2023
Yesterday we had a successful autumnal crafts day, filled with fantastic creations, including pine-cone owls and de... read more.
Monday, October 30th 2023
The North and East Yorkshire Ecological Data Centre ran a Waxcap identification course at Foxglove Covert on Sunday 29th... read more.
Friday, October 27th 2023
Last week we had two military groups join us as part of their Global Charge Day, an Army sustainability event taking pla... read more.
Friday, October 20th 2023
Hi, I'm El, the new Ranger here to tell you a little bit about myself and my first week on the reserve. I'm a p... read more.
Friday, October 13th 2023
We had a very productive volunteer task day this week - raking, baling, buring…and pressing… apples to ... read more.Field Centre open Sunday 15th October 12 noon - 4.00pm
Friday, October 13th 2023
The reserve is open all weekend as usual, but the Field Centre will be closed on Saturday 14th October and the morning o... read more.Sunday 10th December 2023 | 10.00am - 3.00pm
PLEASE NOTE, THE FIELD CENTRE DRAINAGE IS BLOCKED. TOILET ACCESS AND WATER USAGE WILL BE LIMITED DURING THE WORKY DAY. Join our staff and volunteers for a fun day of practical habitat management. Will be coppicing willow, burning the cut material on a bonfire (a great way to dry out and keep warm!) Please bring along a packed lunch, come ready for all weather conditions and bring your oldest outdoor clothes as tasks will be mucky. Booking is essential for this FREE event.
Learning for Everyone
For school parties and families of all ages there is so much to learn at Foxglove Covert LNR. Our Education Section includes downloadable activities and a planning guide for teachers visiting the reserve.
Find out about the diverse wildlife species living here on our reserve. Learn about our essential bird ringing and conservation work.
Read our guide to help you plan your visit. The post code for satellite navigation is DL9 3PZ
Use our online form to make a booking enquiry and choose your activities.
Access via Cambrai Lines front gate is always possible at any time during regular hours, outside normal opening hours is by arrangement only.
You will be asked to show photographic ID on entry to the barracks.
Year round opening times are:
Weekdays 9am-5pm
Weekends and Bank Holidays 10am-4pm
Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year's Day
Foxglove Covert needs your support to continue our conservation work and maintain the wonderful habitats, facilities and events.
You can become a Foxglove Volunteer, join The Friends of Foxglove Covert; subscribe to the 100 Club, take part in our Adopt-A-Box scheme or buy goods from our shop or Amazon Smile.
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