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    Kinder Scout declared a National Nature Reserve

    The plateau of Kinder Scout, that famous icon of the Peak District, has been declared a National Nature Reserve (NNR) by Natural England.

    The site, which we manage, will now join other NNRs in helping to conserve some of the UK’s most vulnerable habitats.

    Kinder comprises around 700Ha of various upland habitats, including rare blanket bog and sub-alpine dwarf shrub heath. It also supports several upland breeding birds, notably species of birds of prey and waders, curlew and ring ouzel.

    It now becomes the 223rd NNR in England and the 16th we own.

    NNR status offers more potential to restore damaged habitat areas, including the regeneration of bog mosses, which are fundamental to the long-term process of peat creation and carbon storage.

    We're already involved in a range of innovative projects to help restore the peat bogs of the Peak District and are a key member of the Moors for the Future Partnership.

    Kinder is among the most popular upland areas in England for walkers. It holds a special affection as the site of the famous 1932 Mass Trespass involving walkers from Manchester and Sheffield who campaigned to allow public access for ramblers.

    Two people walking amongst the rock formations at Kinder Scout, Peak District
    © NTPL / Joe Cornish

    Poul Christensen, acting chair of Natural England, said:

    'National Nature Reserves are selected to build up a balanced network of the best examples of England’s natural heritage, of which Kinder Scout is definitely one.

    'As one of the most famous upland sites in England it offers an excellent platform to promote engagement amongst the general public about the need to conserve and improve our upland habitats.'

    Mike Innerdale, our Peak District general manager, said:

    'Kinder Scout is an iconic part of the Peak District that's enjoyed by millions of visitors each year and we strongly support the declaration of the site as a National Nature Reserve.

    'Kinder is an area that provides a great opportunity for people to enjoy the countryside and experience nature. NNR status will help us to provide even more opportunities for visitors to discover this dramatic landscape.'
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    Gritstone edges at Kinder Scout in the Peak District
    © NTPL / Joe Cornish
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