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Stockwood Meadows

Location: near Inkberrow, Redditch, Worcestershire

Grid Reference: SO 998 586

Stockwood Meadows are situated within the countryside of north-east Worcestershire, which was once part of the ancient Forest of Feckenham. The reserve’s importance for wildlife is recognised by its designation as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI).

On a warm summer day, a number of butterfly species can be seen on the reserve including common blue, green veined white and meadow brown.

Wildflowers at the reserve

The reserve is comprised of two hay meadows enclosed by tall hedges of hazel, hawthorn, Guelder rose and dogwood.

Over 103 species of grasses and herbs have been recorded in the meadows including green-winged orchid, common spotted-orchid, adder’s tongue, pepper-saxifrage, yellow-rattle and saw-wort.

A stream runs along the western edge of the reserve, providing habitat for a different community of plants including sedges, yellow iris and amphibious bistort.

Directions

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Stockwood Meadows lie north-west of Inkberrow in Worcestershire. From Inkberrow take the A422, signposted to Stock Wood, at the T-junction turn left, the meadows are on the right. The nearest train station is Pershore which is 6 miles from the reserve. This reserve will only be accessible on special open days, details of which will be notified by Plantlife and the Worcestershire Wildlife Trust.