Common Name
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| Azure Damselfly |
| Broad-bodied Chaser |
| Brown Hawker |
| Common Blue Damselfly |
| Common Darter |
| Large Red Damselfly |
| Red-eyed Damselfly |
| Southern Hawker |
Owner:Derbyshire Countryside Service
Habitat:Shipley Country Park opened in 1976 with 600 acres of attractive varied countryside. From leafy trails, three reservoirs, pools, mature woodlands and wildflower meadows. Check out Osborne's Pond at 450448 & Mapperley Reservoir & Mapperley Pond 430430. The Pool 431441 east of John Wood attracts Brown & Southern Hawkers
Access:The Country Park is off Slack Lane, Heanor. It is best approached from the Derby Road A608 between Heanor and Smalley. It is well sign posted from Heanor and brown signed from Junction 26 of the M1. The Visitor Centre holds regular exhibitions, has an interesting shop area and Ramblers Coffee shop. For family visits there is an excellent play area and 18 miles of bridleways and footpaths to wear out the kids on the bikes whilst the Dragonfly watchers have a chance to enjoy their interests. For info ring 01773 719961
Specialities:The usual suspects.
Other Natural History interest in the summer: A good mix of habitats gives the summer naturalist the chance of woodland & farmland birds. The meadows and hedgerows are great for the commoner butterflies. Grub Spots: Hawker Class or perhaps even teneral Emperor class, Rambler Coffee Shop. Excellent choice of snacks and meals with wonderful 'home baked' cakes.