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Northdale Visit

Friday, September 4th 2015

Northdale Horticulture paid a visit to Foxglove today to learn about the reserve and the flora and fauna that make Foxglove their home. We went on a walk in the morning and the group were very good at spotting the different plants and animals on their worksheets.

In the afternoon we spent some time pond dipping, delving into the scrapes looking for many of the small creatures that live beneath the surface. Amongst other things we found Sticklebacks, Pond Snails and Whirligig Beetles.

We then finished the afternoon with a spot of bird watching in the lake hide.

A fun day was had by all and we really enjoyed their visit.

(1) Comments:

Frances Carr - Northdale Horticulture responded on 18th Sep 2015 with...

A very big thank you to Matt & Stacey from all of us who visited Foxglove on Friday 4th September.  You managed to make the visit both informative (we all know the difference between bracken & fern now!) and enjoyable for all.
We certainly hope to return to experience Foxglove in winter…brrrrr…with hats & gloves to keep us warm:0)

Thanks again!!!

Frances & the Friday Horticulture Group:Northdale

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Foxglove Covert Local Nature Reserve is now OPEN

Monday 4th November 2024 |

The security gate and it's safety features are to be working, so we're reopening to the public.

However the intercom and remote gate opening system is currently non-functional. Entry and exit to the reserve will therefore take place via key fobs which will be issued to visitors when they sign in at the Cambrai Lines front entrance. These fobs can be used to open the gate when entering and exiting the reserve. They must be returned to the front entrance pass office upon exiting the reserve.

Please note access will be limited by the number of fobs available. You may therefore be turned away at the pass office if all fobs are in use at that time. Please only collect one fob per visiting group and ensure you enter and exit the reserve together.

Please check the FAQs for further information on entrance procedures.

https://foxglovecovert.org.uk/about/frequently-asked-questions/


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Friday 6th December 2024 | 10am-11:30am

Join reserve staff for a wildlife themed guided walk around Foxglove Covert and enjoy the reserve in winter.

10am-11:30am.

Donations welcome. Booking essential.


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