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Foulshaw Moss Nature Reserve

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Foulshaw Moss Nature Reserve

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    March 2, 2020

    Cycling

    Spread over an area of 250 hectares (618 acres), Foulshaw Moss Nature Reserve is a huge wildlife haven near Witherslack. The area is home to hundreds of species of birds, butterflies, reptiles and mammals. You might spot buzzards, peregrines, sparrowhawks or ospreys flying above the mossy landscape.

    The reserve is open all year around although April to August is the best time to visit, especially when the Ospreys nest. There's bicycle parking available.

    More information: cumbriawildlifetrust.org.uk/nature-reserves/foulshaw-moss

    May 11, 2025

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    Crow chasing off a buzzard

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    Location: Witherslack, Meathop And Ulpha, South Lakeland, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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