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The Grouse Are Back
- 16 August 2019
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Coverhead did not shoot Grouse last season to conserve stocks. This approach worked and we got off to a good start on the 12th of August 2019. The Grouse are...Read Full Article -
Black Grouse Breeding Success in 2019
- 16 August 2019
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We pleased to confirm that we have had the first evidence of Black Grouse breeding success this season with the sighting of a Grey Hen(Female Black Grouse) with 7 well...Read Full Article -
Butterfly Numbers Boosted by Balanced Grazing
- 14 August 2019
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It's been a good year for Butterflies at Coverhead. Despite a very wet June the lower pastures abound with multiple species. We have noticed that a balanced approach to grazing...Read Full Article -
River Rewinding Starts To Show Benefits
- 14 August 2019
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The project to rewind, slow and restore the River Cover as it passes through Coverhead is well underway and starting to show benefits for fish and aquatic insects. By installing...Read Full Article -
Nidderdale Keepers Release Burning Explanation Video on Facebook
- 17 April 2019
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Nidderdale keepers from the next door dale (valley) to us have released a video showing how, when and why they use fire as a management tool to maintain and enhance...Read Full Article -
Natural England Moves to 'Ban' Rotational Burning
- 17 April 2019
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Natural England have moved to 'ban' rotational burning on blanket bog severely restricting landowners' ability to effectively manage vegetation in the uplands. The reasons behind this move are complicated but...Read Full Article
