Cromwell Bottom Local Nature Reserve Walk inElland with Paul Knights (age 14+)

Sunday 19 May 1.00-3.30pm

Come for a gentle, two-mile walk around Cromwell Bottom Local Nature Reserve. As we amble on the accessible paths, we will consider the remarkable industrial history of this part of the Calder Valley, and its astonishing rejuvenation into a mosaic of woodland, wetland and meadow that has become the wildlife jewel in the borough's crown. We will see how a site once so used and abused can, with the dedication of those who care, be transformed into a thriving haven for birds and bats and bees, and also for people.

Meet at 1.00pm on Sunday 19th May at the Cromwell Bottom visitor centre, a short walk from the car park (if the car park is full, additional parking is available on the side road that leads to it, or, as a last resort, along the main A6025). We will arrive back at the visitor centre by 3.30pm, where refreshments will be available from the volunteer-run cafe for a cash donation.

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The nearest public transport connections are buses to Elland or Brighouse, or trains to Brighouse. From each, it is a pleasant 40-minute walk along the towpath of the Calder and Hebble Navigation to the reserve. If you would like more information and directions, please do get in contact.

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