Collyweston Great Wood and Easton Hornstocks National Nature Reserve
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Overview
The unique ancient small-leaved lime woodland of the Collyweston Great Wood and Easton Hornstocks NNR is part of the historic Rockingham Forest and rich in wildlife. More unusual woodland plants found here are toothwort, wood spurge, lily-of-the-valley, heath speedwell, wild service tree, mountain melick and great wood-rush. Resident birds include lesser and greater spotted woodpeckers and treecreeper, and kites and buzzard are regularly seen hunting over the woodland. In addition to the dominating small-leaved lime trees, birch, oak and ash are also common, and added interest is provided by open glades, rides and clearings, where slow-worms are often to be seen basking on the edges. There are outstanding displays of woodland flowers including bluebell, primrose, wood anemone and wild garlic in the spring. Woodland birds and butterflies are also plentiful. The woods have been coppiced for centuries and this traditional form of management is continued today on a 15–20-year rotation, which creates the open glades.
About the area
Northamptonshire is a mainly rural county of gentle beauty, with farmland, forest and great country estates. Rivers, canals and meadows are all part of the tranquil scene, providing a haven for wildlife.
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The Lodge at Ketton Park, near Stamford & Rutland Water
- Total units: 1
- Private garden
- Lawn area
- Garden furniture
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The Lodge at Ketton Park, near Stamford & Rutland Water
A Luxury 4* Gold Award Self Catering One Bedroom first floor apartment – sleeps up to 4 (privacy 2) - overlooking open countryside. A spacious apartment has Two Queen Beds; large bathro...
The Lodge at Ketton Park, Stamford.
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