Foxglove Covert Local Nature Reserve

Foxglove Covert Local Nature Reserve Foxglove Covert Local Nature Reserve covers 100 acres of moorland edge between the Catterick Training Area and Cambrai Lines at Catterick Garrison.

We're a wild haven for everyone! Foxglove Covert Local Nature Reserve covers 100 acres of moorland edge adjacent to Cambrai Lines at Catterick and has a remarkable mix of habitats and species. Our red route is fully accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs. No entrance charge is ever made, although a donation of £3.00 per visitor will go a long way to helping us raise over £120,000 per annum that it costs to keep the reserve running. Car parking costs only £3. There is a parking meter at the first parking area or you can pay in the Field Centre. Card payments are accepted. All money from parking goes directly towards the running of the reserve. Friends and volunteers park for free. Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome to visit us. We ask that owners please clean up after them.

As the days get shorter and the leaves turn brown, we can't stop thinking about one thing... our next dates for activity...
07/09/2026

As the days get shorter and the leaves turn brown, we can't stop thinking about one thing... our next dates for activity days! 🍂

This October, join us at the Field Center for two days worth of seasonal themed crafts and activities in the classroom, as well as snacks and drinks at our tuck shop! 🍄🍁

We'll also be holding our brand new woodland storytelling and play sessions! Each session begins with a cosy woodland tale before bringing it to life with themed, hands-on play activities hidden among the trees. 🌳

Our children's trail will also be changing with the season, and we'll give you a hint on it's theme... 🐿️🐾❄️

🎫There are limited spaces on the storytelling and play sessions so book your place quick!
More information on both events can be found on our Eventbrite page:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/woodland-storytelling-play-sessions-2710-2810-tickets-1999265987387

This week, our volunteers were back on the waxcap meadow to tackle the next stage: Baling! 🌾After tedding and raking the...
05/09/2026

This week, our volunteers were back on the waxcap meadow to tackle the next stage: Baling! 🌾

After tedding and raking the grass into traditional stooks last week to dry, the team then used our hand-baler to process it into sturdy bales. These bales will then be placing them around areas of the reserve to create seating for visitors.

We are so incredibly grateful for our dedicated weekly volunteers. No matter the job, they get totally stuck in and tackle every single task head-on! If you'd be interested in joining our weekly practical volunteer group, please email or message us! ✉

Due to staff holiday, the Field Centre will be closing early at 1pm on Friday 4th September. However, the reserve is sti...
03/09/2026

Due to staff holiday, the Field Centre will be closing early at 1pm on Friday 4th September. However, the reserve is still open for you to walk around and enjoy! 🌳

We've had a wonderful summer here at Foxglove Covert, and our summer activity days were a big success! ☀️Children have e...
02/09/2026

We've had a wonderful summer here at Foxglove Covert, and our summer activity days were a big success! ☀️

Children have explored the classroom, played animal-themed games and joined in with craft activities. A whopping 222 children got involved with our pond-dipping sessions, where they learnt all about the creatures that live beneath the surface and got the opportunity to see them up close! 🪲

Stay tuned over the next couple of days for information on our Autumn Activity Days 👀

Don't worry if you didn't get the opportunity to join us this summer, as next week we'll be hosting our final pond-dipping sessions of the year as part of Heritage Open Days!

Booking is required for this event, and all information is available on our Eventbrite page: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/pond-dipping-for-heritage-open-days-tickets-1999016394849

We can't think of a better way to spend your bank holiday Monday than with a walk through your local nature reserve! 🌾 ...
30/08/2026

We can't think of a better way to spend your bank holiday Monday than with a walk through your local nature reserve! 🌾

We’ve had a busy week working on our waxcap meadows! 🍄On Monday, staff and volunteers tackled the meadow using tradition...
29/08/2026

We’ve had a busy week working on our waxcap meadows! 🍄

On Monday, staff and volunteers tackled the meadow using traditional scythes. Those who attended our scything course back in July had a fantastic opportunity to put their new skills to the test! A huge thank you to@justthejob30, who kindly let us use their Auto Scythe to clear through the tougher growth.

On Tuesday, our practical volunteers were back at it tedding (turning over) the windrows left from Monday's scything so the hay could aerate and dry out. Once dry, it was bundled into stooks, ready to be hand-baled next week! 🌾

If you are interested in getting involved with practical volunteer work, please email us at [email protected] 🌳

In support of , Foxglove Covert will be running an exclusive pond-dipping event on Sunday 13th September, from 2pm till ...
27/08/2026

In support of , Foxglove Covert will be running an exclusive pond-dipping event on Sunday 13th September, from 2pm till 4pm. 🐟

There are slots for 6 children per 30 minute session, and parking will be free for attendees between the hours of 2pm and 4pm.

Unlike other pond-dipping days, you must show your Eventbrite booking ticket upon arrival at the Field Centre to participate. You will also need to book a ticket for each child participating.

🎫 Limited spaces are available so book now at https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/pond-dipping-for-heritage-open-days-tickets-1999016394849

Are you ready for our FINAL week of Summer Activity Days? 🪲 Here are two of our best catches from last weeks pond-dippin...
23/08/2026

Are you ready for our FINAL week of Summer Activity Days? 🪲
Here are two of our best catches from last weeks pond-dipping sessions!
What will you find on your visit? 👀🔍

Make sure to head down to the Field Centre next Tuesday and Wednesday from 10am till 3pm for games, crafts and even get a chance to go pond-dipping! 🐟

We also have a children's trail available where you can discover the world of insect life cycles. 🐞

Register interest via Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/summer-activity-days-tickets-1991193079101
(Pond-dipping sessions are booked on the day at the Field Centre)

(📸 Great Diving Beetle, Dragonfly Nymph and Damselfly Nymph)

Address

Catterick Garrison
Catterick Camp
DL93PX

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

01748830045

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