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Appearing Fungi

Although we may not appreciate the rain, the fungi do. So far this autumn it has been too dry for many of them to begin….

Pupils from Yarm Nursery and Prep School visited the reserve on Monday and were very lucky with the weather as it was definitely….

Weather conditions during the week provided the perfect opportunity for ringing migrating Meadow Pipits out on the training….

The butterflies were making the most of the warm sunshine. There were 11 Red Admirals feeding on one small clump of….

As promised the task for the conservation volunteers this week was in a different location. However, the work still involved….

It was dull and blustery for most of the day, making photography interesting. Greater Spearwort is still in flower….

There are several meadows on the reserve, each growing a different variety of species, so providing varied habitats within….

The Foxglove team have been back on the wetland this week and what a difference they have made! The view from the hide has….

In order to ensure the smooth running and future sustainability of the reserve, which costs over £120, 000 per year….