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Salisbury Plain Site of Special Scientific Interest is the biggest area of chalk grassland in the country, a habitat rich in colourful plants and insect life. Natural England staff monitor the diversity of species on the site and a Ministry of Defence ecologist describes conservation work taking place.

Goss Moor National Nature Reserve, a large valley basin, forming the headwaters of the River Fal, is the largest remnant of the moors of mid-Cornwall and is central to the expansive SSSI. Dry and wet heath, mire, fen, woodland and open water create a stunningly diverse mixture of habitats home to some of the UK’s rarest species including willow tit and marsh fritillary butterflies. Though protected today, the Moor’s wetlands have been shaped by centuries of alluvial tin mining and sand and gravel extraction.

A 12 km circular multi-use trail provides safe and easy access for visitors to explore and enjoy the Moor. Information on visiting Goss Moor NNR can be found in this visitor’s guide or via East Cornwall National Nature Reserves facebook page.’

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