Event Details
- Date: –
- Venue: Smallgrain Picnic Area
- Categories: Walks & Guided Walks/Tours, Wildlife & Nature
Guided Walk on Morgan's Hill Nature Reserve - an event organised by the North Wessex Downs Landscape Trust
25th July 2025 from 13:30 – 16:00
At Smallgrain Picnic Area, Heddington, Calne SN11, UK
Morgan's Hill Nature Reserve, also a Site of Special Scientific Interest, protects one of the most botanically rich areas of chalk grassland within the North Wessex Downs - 24 acres across the north-facing slopes of a flat-topped hill, elevation up to 800 feet, with good views towards Calne and the level plains of north Wiltshire. Elsewhere on the hill are several tumuli and other ancient earthworks, and the long history of the site is also evident from a Roman road along the north edge of the grassland, and the fifth century Wansdyke that crosses the top of the hill, and forms part of the reserve's southern boundary.
The old pathways, and the views, provide two reasons to visit but the main attraction is the wildflowers, best seen in June and July - the site is one of the best for orchids in the whole country, with 11 species found here.
This event is suitable for adults and children (free to attend for under 18s). Well-behaved dogs on short leads are also welcome.
The Reserve is managed by Wiltshire Wildlife Trust and your ticket price includes a £5 donation to the Trust.