We run Nosterfield Nature Reserve, near Ripon in North Yorkshire, now widely regarded as one of the best examples of wetland grassland in the north of England.
All photographs, unless otherwise stated, provided by Whitfield Benson.
Visitors flocked to see the Waxwing whilst large numbers of moving Pink-footed geese were counted. Read on to find out what other birds were recorded on the reserve in February. Many thanks to Andy Hanby for his report.
We are looking for an enthusiastic candidate to play a hands-on role in protecting and restoring one of North Yorkshire’s most important wetland nature reserves, including the creation of a large new wetland area at Nosterfield Quarry.
Our April conservation club is all about seeds and plants! We’ll start with activities in our Habitat Creation Nursery, before making sandbag planters that help to build important fen habitat.
In this Curlew- themed workshop, we’ll be learning about how to make marks with lino cutting tools before making and printing a design based on the Curlew, an iconic yet endangered wading bird. Celebrating World Art Day and World Curlew Day, which both take place this month.
Find out more about the planning and construction of the new Kiln viewing screen, funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund.