Kirton Wood
A semi-natural ash and wych elm wood covering 46 hectares
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April to JulyAbout the reserve
This wood is a fine example of an ash/wych elm wood. It has a rich shrub layer made up of hazel, hawthorn, field maple, dogwood and privet. Common spotted and butterfly orchids occur, as well as twayblade. Various bird species can be seen, including chiffchaff and spotted flycatcher, and sparrowhawks are regularly seen.