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Daneway Banks

Daneway Banks is a glorious example of unimproved limestone grassland.

The Oolitic limestone grassland on the upper slopes is the most important habitat of this site, although scrub, woodland and neutral grassland add to the diversity. This site is an SSSI.

Species and habitats

Habitats
Grassland

Nearby nature reserves

Sapperton Valley
0 miles - Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust
Siccaridge Wood
0 miles - Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust
Three Groves Wood
2 miles - Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust

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Reserve information

Location
Half a mile west of Sapperton.
Daneway
Gloucestershire
Map reference
SO937034
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Public transport
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Opening Times
Open at all times
Size
17.00 hectares
Walking information
This reserve is part of the Golden Valley Wildlife Way.
Parking
Park in the lay-by at the bottom of the hill. Walk across the old canal bridge and turn left into the wood.
Dogs
Dogs must be on lead
Grazing animals
yes
Reserve manager
Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust
Tel: 01452 383333
info@gloucestershirewildlifetrust.co.uk