WHAT ARE THE THORNBOROUGH HENGES?

Thornborough Henges is a unique triple henge complex, immediately adjacent to Nosterfield Nature Reserve. Created from local glacial deposits containing magnesium limestone, the central henge has formed a rare magnesium limestone grassland habitat. Increasingly over the years the henge banks have been eroded and only pockets of this rare habitat remain.

Working with Tarmac and English Heritage, the Lower Ure Conservation Trust is helping to protect and restore the rare limestone flora that has been present on the henges for centuries.

WHAT WE’LL BE DOING:

We’ll be undertaking some habitat conservation work on the Thornborough Henges, raking after the haycut to improve the special wildflower and grassland habitat.

WHERE TO MEET:

Please meet by the gate to the central henge at 10am.

It is possible to park on the road by the middle henge gate but please be aware that parking is limited and may be busy on the day. It is also possible to park in Nosterfield Nature Reserve car park and walk over, but this will take about 20minutes (see map below).

Event details:

• The event is taking place on Saturday 11th July, from 10am - 1pm

• All ages welcome!

• Gloves & equipment will be provided

• Wear sensible footwear and clothes you don't mind getting dirty

• Bring drinking water

• Tea, coffee & biscuits will be provided

Locations:

• Central henge address: Thornborough Henges, Moor Lane,West Tanfield, North Yorkshire, DL8 2RA

• Central henge What3Words: rider.drive.adopters

• Nosterfield Nature Reserve car park address: Moor Lane, West Tanfield, DL8 2QZ

• Nosterfield Nature Reserve car park What3Words: encoding.secure.chill

Get in touch:

If you have any questions about this event please get in touch with Amy Horton, Community Engagement Officer: amy.horton@luct.org.uk