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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.
Wednesday, June 3rd 2020
Although most of the small nest boxes are occupied by Blue Tits and Great Tits, there are sometimes a few different spec... read more.
Wednesday, June 3rd 2020
Some of the Swaledale bird ringers have recently had the opportunity to ring Black-headed Gull chicks in a col... read more.
Sunday, May 31st 2020
Staff from Gilleard Brothers Ltd (Specialists in the design, manufacture and erection of bird hides) have been work... read more.
Tuesday, May 26th 2020
Barn Owls seem to be having a very successful breeding season. Nothing affects their success like the food supply ... read more.Friday, May 22nd 2020
The reserve is beginning to re - open gradually and is there to be enjoyed but the need for rigid bio-security measures ... read more.
Bluebells, Bogbean and Betty’s Benches
Friday, May 22nd 2020
Bluebells always flower late at Foxglove because it is high above sea level. They are an indicator of ancient woodland a... read more.
Wednesday, May 20th 2020
There are over one hundred small nestboxes at Foxglove and each of them are checked by the birdringers in the spring. Th... read more.
Saturday, May 16th 2020
This year seems to have been a good one for Tawny Owls. Boxes that have been visited by the bird ringers have had health... read more.Saturday 4th July 2020 | 10.00am - 12 noon
Celebrate National Meadows Day! Join us for a morning exploring the many wildflower meadows found at Foxglove. We will be learning how to ID wildflowers and grasses, as well as sweep netting for butterflies and insects and identifying them. This event is part of the Flowers of the Dales Festival A minimum donation of £5 per person in advance to guarantee a place. Card payments can be taken by phone. This event is free for Volunteers and Friends of the reserve.
Sunday 19th July 2020 | 1.00pm start
Have you ever wondered what the difference is between a Dragonfly and a Damselfly? Can you tell the difference between the different species of blue damselfly? Would you like to learn more about theses fascinating animals that have been around since prehistoric times? Join Keith Gittens for a walk around the beautiful Foxglove ponds (some of which are usually out of bounds to visitors) and observe as many different species as you can. Last year, a new species for the reserve was discovered on this event! Booking is essential as places are limited. There is a donation of £5
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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