Good for: Butterflies, Ferns, Geology, Mosses, Wildflowers
An abandoned limestone quarry that is a Site of Special Scientific Interest for its geological features. It also has a rich limestone grassland flora.
Parking
Limited parking in a lay-by at the entrance to the site
Access
Private, access by permission only through locked gate
Terrain
Rough track to the quarry floor, which is level.
Habitat:
About the location
Further information
Natural England: SSSI Site detail
Greenhow
OS Map Reference
SE 113 639
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