Rocky Plantation Explained

Rocky Plantation
Type:Nature reserve
Grid Ref Uk:SK 493118
Location:Markfield, Leicestershire
Area:3.4ha
Manager:Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust

Rocky Plantation is a 3.4abbr=offNaNabbr=off nature reserve north of Markfield in Leicestershire. It is owned by the National Trust and managed by the Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust.[1]

This site has mixed woodland, including some mature sessile oaks, and rocky outcrops. There is a variety of fungi and birds, including great spotted woodpeckers and nuthatches.[1]

Admission is restricted to National and Wildlife trust members. There is access from Priory Lane.[1]

References

52.702°N -1.272°W

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Rocky Plantation . Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust . 1 January 2018.