Kirby Frith Nature Reserve Explained

Kirby Frith
Type:Local Nature Reserve
Location:Leicester
Area:2.1ha
Manager:Leicester City Council

Kirby Frith is a 2.1abbr=offNaNabbr=off Local Nature Reserve on the western outskirts of Leicester. It is owned and managed by Leicester City Council.[1] [2]

This site is described by Natural England as the richest wildflower grassland in the county, with species such as devil's-bit scabious, betony and yellow rattle. Butterflies include speckled woods and meadow browns.[1]

There is access from Cherry Hills Road.

References

52.636°N -1.204°W

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Kirby Frith. Local Nature Reserves. Natural England. 11 September 2013 . 3 December 2017.
  2. Web site: Map of Kirby Frith. Local Nature Reserves. Natural England. 3 December 2017.

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