Rex Graham nature reserve

Rex Graham is a protected nature reserve in Suffolk formed from a former quarry that now supports mixed habitats. The site contains dry grasslands, coniferous woodland, and exposed chalk formations across its area.

The site began as a chalk quarry before being recognized as important for nature conservation in the 1950s when rare orchids were found. Its transformation into a protected area allowed these valuable habitats to survive and recover.

Visitors and researchers come here to observe rare plants and geological formations up close. The site draws people interested in hands-on nature study and conservation work.

Visits must be arranged in advance as the reserve operates under strict protection and visitor numbers are limited. It helps to contact the site managers beforehand and wear appropriate footwear for uneven ground.

The reserve holds the largest population of a rare military orchid species found anywhere in the country. This concentration of a single plant species in one location makes it globally significant for botanical research.

GPS coordinates: 52.34250,0.54905

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:06