Bishop Middleham Quarry, Nature reserve in Durham, England
The disused limestone quarry spreads across 9 hectares of land, featuring steep cliff faces and marked paths through diverse natural environments.
The quarry operations ceased in 1934, leading to natural vegetation colonization, and in 1968 received designation as a Site of Special Scientific Interest.
The site maintains two-thirds of Britain's magnesian limestone grassland, making it a central location for geological and botanical research in northeast England.
Visitors can access the reserve through public footpaths, with parking available in a roadside lay-by opposite the entrance through a kissing gate.
In 2002, the quarry recorded only the third breeding attempt of European bee-eaters in Britain, successfully raising two young birds.
GPS coordinates: 54.68780,-1.48583
Latest update: March 6, 2025 12:40
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