Holly Farm Meadow, Wendling

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Holly Farm Meadow, Wendling
Site of Special Scientific Interest
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Holly Farm Meadow
Location Norfolk
Grid reference TF 936 130 [1]
InterestBiological
Area2.6 hectares (6.4 acres) [1]
Notification 1984 [1]
Location map Magic Map

Holly Farm Meadow, Wendling is a 2.6 hectares (6.4 acres) biological Site of Special Scientific Interest west of Dereham in Norfolk, England. [1] [2]

The meadow lies in the valley of the River Wensum and contains a line of calcareous springs that support fen grassland with a diverse flora. The unimproved grassland is managed through seasonal grazing. There are also areas of tall fen and dry grassland containing numerous anthills. [3]

The site is private land and there is no public access.

References

  1. 1 2 3 4 "Designated Sites View: Holly Farm Meadow, Wendling". Sites of Special Scientific Interest. Natural England. Retrieved 3 September 2018.
  2. "Map of Holly Farm Meadow, Wendling". Sites of Special Scientific Interest. Natural England. Retrieved 3 September 2018.
  3. "Holly Farm Meadow, Wendling citation" (PDF). Sites of Special Scientific Interest. Natural England. Retrieved 3 September 2018.

52°40′48″N0°51′43″E / 52.680°N 0.862°E / 52.680; 0.862