A change in the weather today, cooler, dull and rain showers. On your way to the fantastic vistas from Bempton Cliffs, you cannot fail to notice the vibrant colours of the grasslands and the wildflowers contained within. As far as I was concerned, they were merely aesthetically pleasing. They are, however, much more than this, they are masses of wild flowers, valuable to all living things, but what are they? Probably regarded as "weeds" to many, they are valuable habitats to many species. Until today, I had little knowledge of what they were, but a guided walk for staff and volunteers, expertly led by Gill (R), increased my knowledge base dramatically! Thank you for your guidance Gill! The following is a compilation of just some of our discoveries......
Northern Marsh Orchid
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