Founded 1889 – Affiliated to Yorkshire Naturalists' Union

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July 2013 – August 2014 Jul 2013 – Aug 2014
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Jul
27
Sat
Flamborough Head @ Flamborough Head
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Jul 27 @ 08:30 – 14:00

Meet North Landing, Flamborough Head

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Aug
9
Fri
Yorkshire Naturalist’s Union Meeting @ Langdale End
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Aug 9 – Aug 10 all-day

For further information contact Mick Carroll

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May
13
Tue
Outdoor meeting – Notable trees, Helmsley Deer Park
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May 13 @ 17:00

Led by Brian Walker

Time:                7.00 pm
Place:                Entrance to Waterloo Plantation, 3 miles west of Helmsley on north side of A170. 
Brian will be at entrance early so look out for him.
O.S. Ref:           SE584815
Transport:         Cars – we will need to travel on forest roads to get to site.   
Conditions:        Strong shoes boots.  There is some off-path walking (Not long distances).
 
This is the most important ancient tree site in the north of England and one of the most important sites in the UK.  Definitely worth a visit.
No Dogs please
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May
31
Sat
Outdoor event – Bempton Cliffs RSPB Reserve @ Bempton Cliffs RSPB Reserve
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May 31 @ 14:00

Led by Ian Glaves

Time & Date:      4:00pm Saturday, 31st May
 
Meeting Place:    Meet in the reserve car park – there is a parking charge if you are not an R.S.P.B. member.  The reserve is found by driving to the centre of Bempton and turning left at the pub – follow the R.S.P.B. signs. 
 
Transport:          If you require transport, please contact Ian on 01723 859766
 
Conditions:         Walking on level paths for about a mile is involved.
 
Bring binoculars and telescope if you have one.
 

 

 

 

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Aug
12
Tue
Outdoor event – Broadhead Farm visit, Troutsdale
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Aug 12 @ 18:00

Led by Steve and Kathy Bushell (from Broadhead Farm)

Background There are 2 fen systems (base rich springs) emanating from Corallian limestone within Broadhead Farm. Such fen systems are nationally rare, found only in Norfolk, Oxfordshire, Anglesey and North York Moors. These types of fen support rich fen flora and distinctive insect fauna. A cranefly Limonia occidua (commonly found in Scotland) has been recorded here – one of the very few English locations for this species.

The farm is run on low input principles meaning no artificial fertiliser, minimal organic manure put on pasture.  The two fens are farmed under Higher Level Stewardship with no inputs at all. Interesting plants include Marsh Helloborine Orchid, Butterwort etc.

This field trip should be of particular interest to botanists, invertebrate specialists and birders.

Park at Cockmoor Hall car park (SE915868) then follow road north west down hill, continuing west when road bends north.  Meet at double gates at bottom of hill (SE909875) at 6 p.m. Wear waterproof footwear.

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July 2013 – August 2014 Jul 2013 – Aug 2014