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Rocky Plantation

Coordinates: 52°42′07″N 1°16′19″W / 52.702°N 1.272°W / 52.702; -1.272
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Rocky Plantation
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TypeNature reserve
LocationMarkfield, Leicestershire
OS gridSK 493118
Area3.4 hectares (8.4 acres)
Managed byLeicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust

Rocky Plantation is a 3.4-hectare (8.4-acre) nature reserve north of Markfield in Leicestershire. It is owned by the National Trust and managed by the Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust.[1]

This site has mixed woodland, including some mature sessile oaks, and rocky outcrops. There is a variety of fungi and birds, including great spotted woodpeckers and nuthatches.[1]

Admission is restricted to National and Wildlife trust members. There is access from Priory Lane.[1]

References

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  1. ^ a b c "Rocky Plantation". Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust. Retrieved 1 January 2018.

52°42′07″N 1°16′19″W / 52.702°N 1.272°W / 52.702; -1.272