Kirby Frith Nature Reserve

Kirby Frith is a 2.1-hectare (5.2-acre) Local Nature Reserve on the western outskirts of Leicester. It is owned and managed by Leicester City Council.[1][2]

Kirby Frith
TypeLocal Nature Reserve
LocationLeicester
Area2.1 hectares (5.2 acres)
Managed byLeicester City Council

This site is described by Natural England as the richest wildflower grassland in the county, with species such as devil's-bit scabious, betony and yellow rattle. Butterflies include speckled woods and meadow browns.[1]

There is access from Cherry Hills Road.

References
  1. "Kirby Frith". Local Nature Reserves. Natural England. 11 September 2013. Retrieved 3 December 2017.
  2. "Map of Kirby Frith". Local Nature Reserves. Natural England. Retrieved 3 December 2017.

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