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The Trap Grounds Nature Reserve : Making space for nature in North Oxford, Paperback / softback Book

The Trap Grounds Nature Reserve : Making space for nature in North Oxford Paperback / softback

Paperback / softback

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The Trap Grounds Nature Reserve: Making space for nature in North Oxford

This book tells the story of how a neglected, rubbish-covered fly-tip on the edge of North Oxford has been transformed by volunteers, over the course of 25 years, into a thriving haven for wildlife. Lying on the Thames flood plain, the site covers little more than ten acres, but contains a remarkable diversity of lowland and wetland habitats. These include six ponds, a reed bed, a slow-flowing stream, woodlands, bramble scrub, and flower meadows.

In early spring the meadows are lit up by snow drops, primroses, and wild daffodils, later by a succession of flowering trees and shrubs. The pond and stream-banks are brightened with marsh marigolds and yellow flag iris. There is birdsong everywhere.

Through summer and autumn there is a wealth of wildflowers, buzzing with insects; the woods have been planted with a dense understorey of hazel, holly, and yew, providing both cover and food for wildlife. In late autumn, guelder rose, dogwood, spindle, and other shrubs flare in changing reds and golds.

The author tells the story of how this transformation was slowly brought about, from rubbish tip to nature reserve, through the diary of just one year, 2021. He describes the changing seasons, and the many work parties, composed of volunteer groups and paid contractors, which have enabled nature to flourish here. 

The book is illustrated with 30 original line drawings by the author.

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