Bellfields Pasture - (C) John Potter
Bellfield’s Pasture
This small pasture is being restored after years of sheep grazing. It is an important wild link between neighbouring Ashes Pasture and Ingleborough National Nature Reserve.
Location
Nearest town: Horton-in-Ribblesdale (4.8m/7.7km)
Nearest postcode: LA6 3JF
Nearest postcode: LA6 3JF
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Dogs
When to visit
Opening times
Open at all times. We recommend a 1 hour outing, or give yourself half a day and visit one of the other nearby Wild Ingleborough reserves.Best time to visit
Spring and summerAbout the reserve
Yorkshire Wildlife Trust purchased this site, which has fine views of Pen-y-Ghent, in 2021 with generous support from Mr and Mrs Bellfield.
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A vital stepping stone for wildlife
Bees, butterflies and other insects are drawn to the colourful wildflowers at Bellfield’s Pasture during the summer – and the developing grassland and wood pasture should attract more and more species in the future.
The native tree and shrub species that have been planted will help link nearby wooded areas to make it easier for species like birds and bats to move around.
The autumn colours were even more beautiful when the sun came out
Photo Credit - Telling our Story Volunteer, Sara
Let’s go wild for Yorkshire's wildlife!
From the heights of Ingleborough to the tip of Spurn, our nature reserves are a home (often the only home) to Yorkshire’s rarest and most incredible wildlife. Will you help us continue our work and provide these vital sanctuaries for nature?
