Kelham Bridge
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| Type | Nature reserve |
| Location | Ibstock, Leicestershire |
| OS grid | SK 407120 |
| Area | 8.1 hectares (20 acres) |
| Managed by | Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust |
Kelham Bridge is a 8.1 hectares (20 acres) nature reserve north of Ibstock in Leicestershire. It is owned and managed by the Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust.[1]
The conversion of this former sewage disposal site to a nature reserve was completed in 2002. The River Sence has been diverted to create meanders, extending flooded areas and reedbeds; 101 bird, 19 butterfly and 16 dragonfly species have been recorded.[1]
There is access from the A447 road.
References[]
- ^ a b "Kelham Bridge". Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust. Retrieved 2 November 2017.
Categories:
- Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust