A happy half-term at Kingcombe
With spring well and truly underway, it was a pleasure to welcome so many families to the beautiful Kingcombe and Powerstock National Nature Reserve over the half term holiday. The Kitchen at…
With spring well and truly underway, it was a pleasure to welcome so many families to the beautiful Kingcombe and Powerstock National Nature Reserve over the half term holiday. The Kitchen at…
The bird cherry can be found in wet woodlands and along streams in upland areas, in particular. Its fragrant blossom appears in April and is followed by bitter, black fruits - good for wildlife,…
The Bird's-nest orchid gets its name from its nest-like tangle of roots. Unlike other green plants, it doesn’t get its energy from sunlight. Instead, it grows as a parasite on tree roots, so…
Common bird's-foot-trefoil has a vareity of names that conjure up some interesting images: 'Eggs and Bacon', for instance! Its small, yellow, slipper-like flowers can be seen in all…
Nestboxes can harbour parasites so it is good practice to take them down at the end of the season and give them a clean. Likewise it is important to keep bird feeders clean to stop the spread of…