Stoughton Estate (F) near Oadby

This farm is located on the outskirts of Leicester, within easy access to Oadby, Houghton on the Hill and Stoughton. Most of the walks on the farm are through arable land although a riverside walk is also possible. This area is being managed under Natural England’s Higher Level Stewardship Scheme, providing specific management to encourage insect species. The arable options delivered under the scheme also provides habitat for farmland birds. During the walk along the river, you may be lucky enough to see dragonfly species such as Broad bodied Chaser (Libellula depressa), the 4-spotted Chaser (Libellula quadrimaculata) and the Banded Demoiselle (Calopteryx splendens) as well as bird species such as Lapwing, Tree Sparrow, Skylark, Yellowhammer, and a variety of other farmland birds across the farm.

County LEICESTERSHIRE and RUTLAND	Click to see the Site Map (PDF)
Grid Reference SK670007 (link to Interactive Map in a new window)
OS Landranger No. 140
CPH Reference Number 22/120/0001
Near To Oadby
Length of route 2.4 km (1.5 miles)
Best time to visit All year round
Access end date 30/09/2020
Accessibility Information Data not yet available
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