Priory Water
Details
Wildlife Highlights
Over 200 species of birds have been recorded on the reserve as well as many species of moths, butterflies, dragonflies, damselflies, amphibians and reptiles. It is a good site for Hobby in the spring and summer, attracted by both dragonflies and martins.
Description
This nature reserve has been developed and is managed by the Leicestershire Wildfowlers Association. Most of the reserve is private (though permits can be purchased) but a public right of way runs through the site. It is a large area covering around 200 acres and comprises rough grassland, scrub and created wildflower meadows surrounding two central lakes. It is a very rich site for both birds and insects and one of the best areas for dragonflies in the two counties.
Latest Records
| Common Name | Latin Name | Date Recorded | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Hawker | Aeshna grandis | 13/07/2011 | Lorraine Ellison |
| Latticed Heath | Chiasmia clathrata | 13/07/2011 | Lorraine Ellison |
| Azure Damselfly | Coenagrion puella | 13/07/2011 | Lorraine Ellison |
| Common Blue Damselfly | Enallagma cyathigerum | 13/07/2011 | Lorraine Ellison |
| Red-eyed Damselfly | Erythromma najas | 13/07/2011 | Lorraine Ellison |
| Blue-tailed Damselfly | Ischnura elegans | 13/07/2011 | Lorraine Ellison |
| Ruddy Darter | Sympetrum sanguineum | 13/07/2011 | Lorraine Ellison |
| Banded Demoiselle | Calopteryx splendens | 29/05/2009 | Lorraine Ellison |
| Common Blue Damselfly | Enallagma cyathigerum | 29/05/2009 | Lorraine Ellison |
| Red-eyed Damselfly | Erythromma najas | 29/05/2009 | Lorraine Ellison |
| The Drinker | Euthrix potatoria | 29/05/2009 | Lorraine Ellison |
| Four-spotted Chaser | Libellula quadrimaculata | 29/05/2009 | Lorraine Ellison |
| Bee Fly | Bombylius major | 12/05/2008 | David Nicholls |
| Cantharis nigra | 12/05/2008 | David Nicholls | |
| Empis tessellata | 12/05/2008 | David Nicholls | |
Getting There
From the A607 towards Melton, follow Station Road towards Asfordby and Priory Water is on your right.
