Holtspur Bottom Butterfly Reserve

Introduction History Management What you might see Directions How you could help Reserve Leaflet

What you might see

Holtspur Bottom is primarily a butterfly reserve. However, even when butterflies aren't around (generally October to March), the scenery is still wonderful, and you are welcome to come to enjoy the peace and tranquility our reserve offers.
In autumn, the hedgerows are full of colourful berries of the Spindle and Wayfaring trees, as well as Rose hips, Hawthorn berries, and Sloes. Autumn is the time we normally cut the meadows, and it is when you may see sheep grazing the reserve.
 
Winter is traditionally the time when bulk of our conservation work is carried out, preparing the reserve for the following season.
The links below show what you might see during the butterfly season.
March/April   May/June   July/August