We run Nosterfield Nature Reserve, near Ripon in North Yorkshire, now widely regarded as one of best examples of wetland grassland in the north of England.
All photography, unless otherwise stated, provided by Whitfield Benson.
The onset of Spring led to the first sightings of many different species in March. Many thanks to Andy Hanby for his report.
Find out about LUCT’s management at Quarry Moor supported by Ripon City Council, how we use coppiced willow on the reserve and our March community work day where volunteers created fish refuges.
Find out more about the butterfly species you can spot at Nosterfield Nature Reserve in May.
Join Caroline Matusiak, winner of the 2023 Ripon Poetry Festival for this free, family-friendly workshop at Nosterfield Nature Reserve
What can you find in the dipping ponds in spring? Use nets, trays and identification guides to explore different species and take a closer look with magnification pots and hand lenses!
Sessions available at 10am and 1pm
It’s main growing season at the Habitat Creation Nursery! Find out more about the nursery team’s recent work, including techniques for safely planting Schoenoplectus (Club rush) in deep water in Sophie’s spring update.