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Empingham Marshy Meadows

Rutland  >  United Kingdom

14-hectare meadow with a marshy and scrubland habitat.

Added* by James Fennel
Most recent update 15 huhtikuu 2024
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Description

Empingham Marshy Meadows SSSI (Site of Special Scientific Interest) lies at the east end of the pleasant, quintessential village of Empingham. The footpath opens up to a stunning view. It truly is a precious remnant of the Old English countryside the UK has lost so much of. The habitat that dominates the SSSI is lowland grassland, marsh and fen.

Details

Access

Empingham Marshy Meadows is located just northeast of the village of Empingham. Drive on the road from Oakham to Empingham and then turn left onto Gunnel Lane. Park down the road. Click on the P in the map for directions.

Terrain and Habitat

Grassland , Wetland , Scattered trees and bushes , River , Pond

Conditions

Hilly , Wet , Slippery , High water possible

Circular trail

No

Is a telescope useful?

Can be useful

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Spring , Summer

Route

Wide path

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

Extra info

Empingham Marshy Meadows is also well-known for wildflowers such as adder's tongue fern.

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