Heather Moorland
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The heather moors of Upper Nidderdale are stunningly beautiful in all seasons. They are also of great wildlife importance and are home to many rare species. Although internationally rare, Red Grouse are a common sight
on the Upper Nidderdale moorlands. The moors are carefully managed
for grouse shooting which involves rotational burning of the
heather to maintain young heather plants on which the birds feed,
and to control predators. These practices have helped to
maintain the habitat for grouse and other rare birds such as Golden
Plover, Merlin and Hen Harrier.
As a result of the Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000 you
can now have the freedom to explore large areas of the
moorland. For the most up to date information buy the
latest Ordnance Survey Explorer maps and look out for the Open
Access signs and interpretation boards 'in situ'.
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