© John Smith
© Tim Sexton
A disused railway track, now containing areas of grassland and woodland
Location
Outgang Lane, Pleasley Vale
Mansfield
Nottinghamshire
NG19 8SB
Know before you go
Size
9 hectares
Entry fee
Free accessParking information
There is designated car parking near the picnic site at SK 510649.Walking trails
There are a number of well-maintained paths and circular routes within the reserve.
Access
The reserve forms part of the more extensive Pleasley Trails network. There are several access points into the reserve.
Access to the reserve is open at all times and there various footpaths leading to and around the reserve. Contact the Trust for more information.
Dogs
Under effective control
Facilities
Picnic area
When to visit
Opening times
Open at all timesBest time to visit
Seasonal highlights include Warblers in summer.About the reserve
This site contains some of the best remaining calcareous grassland in the county. It also includes fine examples of calcareous woodland and scrub as well as interesting limestone crags and fissures. There are many species of invertebrates including many common butterfly species. All three species of woodpecker can be found, although green woodpeckers are scarce.
Species
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Environmental designation
Local Nature Reserve (LNR)
Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI)