One of the most rewarding things you can do is to get yourself and others out into the nature reserve and surrounding countryside. Walk one of our circular routes, or take children out on a nature hunt. Surrounding the reserve are some lovely meadows, filled with butterflies. Go and take a look. Come September, the hedgerows around Cow Lane and will be bursting with blackberries: why not go and pick some in the evening. It's a great way to relax and wind down after a hard day at work, and nothing beats homemade blackberry pie and custard! Visit this website for a great recipe.

In coming months, various activities - such as guided walks and nature trails - will be organised and advertised locally, so why not come along and see for yourself what all the fuss is about.