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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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Monday, July 26th 2021
Last week, some guest bird ringers from the Army Ornithological Society (AOS) joined members of the Swaledale Ringing Gr... read more.
Wednesday, July 21st 2021
It has been said before but we do have a fantastic set of volunteers. They look after Foxglove in all weathers, sn... read more.
Sunday, July 18th 2021
The Butterfly Count runs from Friday 16 July to Sunday 8 August. https://bigbutterflycount.butterfly-conservation.org/&n... read more.
Thursday, July 15th 2021
The orchids, have yet again put on a splendid show, appearing in new places across the reserve. The Northern Marsh... read more.
Tuesday, July 13th 2021
Our Heath paddocks are home to Heather, orchids and other flowers and provide habitats for many different creatures.&nbs... read more.
Monday, July 12th 2021
Andrew and Jan walked around the reserve on a warm sunny day. The opening to the meadow is enticing, encouragin... read more.
Sunday, July 11th 2021
Warm is good but sun is better as the insects fly, although that does cause problems as they then are so active they don... read more.
Friday, July 9th 2021
One of the most spectacular sights at Foxglove during the early summer is the wildflower meadow. This has been carefully... read more.Monday 26th July 2021 | 10.00am start
Come and learn all about the different owl species that live in North Yorkshire. Find out what they eat by dissecting their pellets and identifying the contents. Recommended for ages 7 years upwards. Booking is essential as places are limited. Suggested minimum donation of £2.50 per person. Please donate in advance to secure a place. This event is free for Volunteers and Friends of the reserve.
Wednesday 28th July 2021 | 45 minute sessions on the hour
Come along and find out which animals are living in some of the Foxglove ponds. Book a pond dipping session for your family bubble. There will be a socially distanced brief to set you off and then you can use the equipment for the remainder of the session. You will be requested to use hand gel on arrival and the net handles will be cleaned between sessions. Please call the Reserve Managers on 07754 270980 to book your allocated slot. You are advised to arrive 15 minutes before your allocated time. Booking is essential. A donation in advance
Find out what has been going on at the reserve during the lockdown!
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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