Lunch with Wildlife at RSPB Old Moor
Imagine dining alongside dragonflies, feeding amongst wildflowers and resting by the reed bed...
From the end of March, families and children will be able to indulge their senses over dinner at RSPB Old Moor, as a new, permanent wildlife sculpture and picnic trail opens to the public. South Yorkshire Artist, Andrew Frost, has been working on six pieces, using a chainsaw to transform abandoned tree trunks into totems and picnic tables featuring the wildlife of the area.
The trail will lead visitors around a variety of habitats on the reserve, including a traditional wildflower meadow, reed bed and wet grassland, giving a snapshot of the declining natural heritage of Britain that the RSPB helps to protect. The sculptural pieces also represent residents of Old Moor such as the water vole, smooth newt and dragonfly.
Julia Makin visitor officer says: "This will be such a great feature in summer. Much of the nature is this area really gets going when the weather is good, and for visitors this usually means good weather for picnics too. It really is possible to observe wildlife close-up while you're snacking on sandwiches."
"The trail itself is a triumph. Each piece tells the story of what you might find in the area so families can discover for themselves what else might be living and feeding there. The perfect way to while away an afternoon."
For more information contact Julia Makin, RSPB Old Moor on 01226 273837.
