The Lazy River Hiz
The riverside walks, lakes, hedgerows and the footpath areas, are all planted with native tree species. Willow, holly, beech, hawthorn and blackthorn have all been established and wild flower and grass seed used wherever possible. Wildlife has now moved into the area, some common to the local countryside, pheasant, robins, magpie, rabbit, deer, kestrel, sparrow hawk, crows, swans, kingfisher and squirrels and some not so common - widgeon, buzzard, goldfinch, bullfinch, sedgewarbler, whitethroat, great crested grebe. During the summer an abundance of butterflies, moths and dragonflies can be seen. A walk along the riverside and lakes may also reveal moorhens, kingfishers and coots. It is hoped that in the future otters, which have been recorded in the River Ivel, will also return. In the river you will see pike, perch, chub, roach, rudd or even barbel. The changing seasons ensure that there is always something different to see. There is seating around the footpaths, situated to give views to the open areas.
Access to the riverside can be arranged for the less abled persons to appreciate this part of the countryside. Please contact us about this. Controlled dogs on leads are welcome. Dog and rubbish bins are provided at the footpath access points.