About this Event
Take in all of this small but very beautiful nature reserve, and enjoy the more than 80 different species found here. So good we’ll do it twice (once in the afternoon, once in the evening).
About the reserve
If you love wildflowers, you need to visit Leyburn Old Glebe. Simple as that. In fact, you’ll probably want to visit more than once. At the springtime height of its botanical bounty, the colours seem to change every couple of weeks, as plants come into flower, then fade to be replaced by equally beautiful species. It’s the richest remaining fragment of Ellershaw, a district well-known to naturalists since the 19th century. More than 80 plant species have been recorded here, including salad burnet, wild thyme, fairy flax, cowslips and agrimony. And if you enjoy seeking out orchids, see if you can find green winged, common spotted, early purple, bee, and the nationally scarce burnt-tip.
As you might expect, this decadent carpet of flowers attracts plentiful butterflies, including masses of orange-tips, along with small skipper, common blue and dark green fritillary. Redstarts sing from the large trees along the hedgerows, and ospreys are frequently seen hunting along the river.
IMPORTANT PAYMENT OPTIONS NOTE: Please do not choose the 'pay in instalments' option as, due to technical difficulties, this does not secure your place!
Embrace your wild side - what to expect:
Children must always be accompanied by an adult.
What to bring/wear
Our events take place outside throughout the year so brace yourself for the Yorkshire weather! Please wear appropriate outdoor footwear and clothing. May - September is bitey insect season, so insect repellent might be handy during those months. On sunny days, don't forget your sun hat and sun lotion! Please bring plenty of fluids too.
Toilets and catering
No toilets or catering available at this site
Joining us on the day
Leyburn Old Glebe, nr Leyburn. OS grid ref: SE10025 89553 What3words: helm.manicured.stormed
Parking
Lay-by across the road with limited parking spaces.
Additional information
Yorkshire Wildlife Trust members can visit Potteric Carr nature reserve and Spurn Point free of charge. You can join as a member online today or at Potteric Carr visitor centre and Spurn Point.
Contact us
If you're having difficulties with your booking, or you have more questions about the event, please don't hesitate to get in touch! You can email us at [email protected] or drop us a call on 01904 659570.
About Yorkshire Wildlife Trust
Yorkshire Wildlife Trust is the only charity entirely dedicated to conserving, protecting and enhancing Yorkshire's wildlife and wild places. Find out more about what we do on our website and discover how you can support our work.
Photo: Helena Dolby
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Leyburn Old Glebe, Low Lane, Leyburn, United Kingdom
GBP 6.64 to GBP 10.84