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.
Latest from the Foxglove Covert Blog
Tuesday, January 22nd 2019
It's been a day for tractors, dumper trucks, quad bikes and chainsaws. Work has continued up in the conifer woodland... read more.
Monday, January 21st 2019
Following a visit from BFBS Catterick (British Services Broadcasting Service) last Tuesday, the radio feature can be fou... read more.
Saturday, January 19th 2019
December and January do not create too many enteries on the Observation Board, so we are always pleased when we can add ... read more.
Thursday, January 17th 2019
It's been a glorious sunny day on the reserve, and what felt like the first proper day of winter with a cold wind an... read more.
Wednesday, January 16th 2019
Team Wednesday were hard at work today organising the Field Centre. At times it looked as though they were making more m... read more.
Wednesday, January 16th 2019
Welcome to our new and improved website. This was a Management Group initiative which they see as the reserve’s sh... read more.
If You Go Down To The Woods Today…
Sunday, January 13th 2019
You're sure of a big surprise as Sean and his team from Yorkshire Tree Specialists have certainly left their mark! ... read more.Upcoming Events
Foxglove Covert LNR AGM 2019
Wednesday 23rd January 2019 | 7.00pm
The Annual General Meeting will be held on Wednesday 23rd January 2019 at Wathgill. If you wish to attend please inform the Reserve Managers, or book a place on here. Booking is essential due to security.
February Winter Worky Day
Saturday 2nd February 2019 | 10:00 - 15:00
Join our Volunteers and Reserve Managers for a fun day of practical habitat management tasks. Specific tasks will be chosen nearer the time. Come ready for all weather conditions and bring your oldest outdoor clothes as tasks will be mucky and may involve bonfires. Booking is essential for this FREE event as a hot cooked lunch will be provided.
Latest Newsletters
Undergrowth Newsletter Autumn 2018
A busy summer at Foxglove. Read about bird ringing near and far and lots of species.
NEWSLETTER ARCHIVE
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.
VISIT THE EDUCATION SECTION
Planning Your Visit
Read our guide to help you plan your visit. The post code for satellite navigation is DL9 3PZ
PLAN VISIT USE GOOGLE MAPS DOWNLOAD MAP [PDF]
Education Booking Enquiries
Use our online form to make a booking enquiry and choose your activities.
EDUCATION BOOKING ENQUIRY
Access to the reserve
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.
Opening Times
Year round opening times are:
Weekdays 9am-5pm
Weekends and Bank Holidays 10am-4pm
Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year's Day
Support a Winning Team
Foxglove Covert needs your support to continue our conservation work and maintain the wonderful habitats, facilities and events.
There are six ways you can help:
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.
HELP SUPPORT US