Billa Barra Hill Explained

Billa Barra Hill
Type:Local Nature Reserve
Grid Ref Uk:SK 466 114
Location:Stanton under Bardon, Leicestershire
Area:20.7ha
Manager:Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council

Billa Barra Hill is a 20.7ha Local Nature Reserve north of Stanton under Bardon in Leicestershire. It is owned and managed by Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council.[1] [2]

The top of the hill is a former quarry, leaving exposed rocks which provide a habitat for a variety of mosses and lichens. Lower down there are areas of acid grassland, and locally sourced trees have been planted on the lower slopes.[1]

There is access from Billa Barra Lane.

References

52.698°N -1.312°W

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Billa Barra Hill. Local Nature Reserves. Natural England. 23 August 2013. 24 November 2017.
  2. Web site: Map of Billa Barra Hill. Local Nature Reserves. Natural England. 24 November 2017.