{"id":3611,"date":"2022-02-07T16:40:07","date_gmt":"2022-02-07T16:40:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lakelovers.co.uk\/blog\/?p=3611"},"modified":"2025-09-11T12:53:53","modified_gmt":"2025-09-11T11:53:53","slug":"a-secret-side-to-foulshaw-moss-nature-reserve-with-cumbria-wildlife-trust","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lakelovers.co.uk\/blog\/a-secret-side-to-foulshaw-moss-nature-reserve-with-cumbria-wildlife-trust\/","title":{"rendered":"A secret side to Foulshaw Moss Nature Reserve with Cumbria Wildlife Trust"},"content":{"rendered":"

Join the experts from Cumbria Wildlife Trust<\/a> on a half-day experience to see the Secret Side of Foulshaw Moss.<\/h3>\n
Saturdays From 12 February 2022, through to May.\u00a0 \u00a335 including tour,\u00a0 refreshments and drinks.<\/h5>\n

We are proud to be corporate sponsors of the important charity, Cumbria Wildlife Trust who look after the amazing wildlife and habitats in our County.\u00a0 They have put on a series of unique experiences at Foulshaw Moss Nature Reserve, giving you exclusive access with our Nature Reserve and Education officer, Danni Chalmers.<\/p>\n

‘The Secret Side of Foulshaw Moss’<\/strong>. starts with a brisk stroll through the privately owned Ulpha Wood, following the trail the very southern edge of the Moss, with views towards the imposing Whitbarrow Scar.<\/p>\n

Continuing on to a private hide overlooking this amazing wetland habitat, you\u2019ll stop for a sweet brunch (think scones and croissants) and a hot or cold drink to fuel you for plenty of wildlife spotting.<\/p>\n

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Wildlife Spotting c Steve Finch Cumbria Wildlife Trust<\/p><\/div>\n

Once you’re refreshed, scopes and binoculars will be handed out (feel free to bring your own!) and settle in to watch for some superb wildlife, in the hands of an expert.<\/p>\n

The experience lasts around 2.5 hours \u2013 it may vary slightly depending on which wildlife you see and when.<\/h4>\n

Foulshaw Moss Nature Reserve is a very special area of peatland near Witherslack, in South Lakeland. Managed and owned by Cumbria Wildlife Trust, it is renowned for the pair of ospreys that return from west Africa every summer to breed.<\/p>\n

But there’s a lot more to see here than these majestic birds of prey. A wonderful array of wildlife can be seen thanks to an ambitious, 15-year restoration programme by Cumbria Wildlife Trust.<\/p>\n

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Cotton Grass at Foulshaw Moss c Bex Lynam<\/p><\/div>\n

The nature reserve is a precious peat bog, formed over thousands of years. Draining and tree planting in the 1950s and 60s meant much of the wetland wildlife was lost. After years of clearing trees and rewetting the bog, the peatland is now full of mossy hummocks and pools.\u00a0 You’ll find water-loving plants in abundance, such as Sphagnum moss, carnivorous sundews, cranberry and bog-rosemary.<\/p>\n

In summer, you’ll see masses of the soft white heads of cotton grass. The restored peatlands provide the perfect habitat for the amazing wildlife we find there today.<\/p>\n

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Otter c Andy Rouse<\/p><\/div>\n

Winter walks<\/h4>\n

This peaceful nature reserve offers something special for all wildlife enthusiasts, with a well-designed series of boardwalks around the nature reserve, making visiting easy-going. Keep your eyes peeled for:<\/p>\n