Establish and Maintain Nature Reserves and Educate in Natural History and Nature Conservation

Stowey

YACWAG’s Stowey Reserve comprises two fields known as Middlemead and Westmead accessed off Stowey Road, Yatton.

YACWAG’s Stowey Reserve comprises two fields known as Middlemead and Westmead accessed off Stowey Road, Yatton.

Roe deer, Grass snakes, Marsh marigolds, Yellow loosestrife, Ringlet butterflies, Marbled white butterflies, Bugle and Meadow rue are some of the special wildlife here. The rare Yellow loosestrife bee was discovered in the reserve in 2020.

Stowey Reserve is used for educational visits. Access is through other owners’ land. Please get in touch if you would like to visit.

Key Details

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Year:
2006
Hectares:
2.75
Special Wildlife:
Yellow loosestrife bee, Grass snakes, Marsh marigolds, Yellow loosestrife, Ringlet butterflies, Marbled white butterflies, Bugle and Meadow rue.
Grid Reference:
Westmead ST 431662, Middlemead ST 430661
Purchase Price:
£25,000
How Funded:

YANSEC, YACWAG funds, YACWAG member appeal, Yatton Parish Council,

Yeo Valley Lions, Bob Martin Ltd

Public Access:

Stowey Reserve is used for educational visits by groups and the local school. Access is through other owners’ land. Please get in touch if you would like to visit.

Location

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Access from Stowey Road
Yatton
North Somerset