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RYTON WOOD SSSI 1.5 km S of Ryton on Dunsmore. Entrance SP 384726. 84.8 ha (210 acres). Most owned by the Trust with some leased for 999 years from ARC Aggregates Ltd. Open access from Ryton Pools Country Park. 

One of the county's largest surviving semi-natural ancient woodlands with oak, hazel and small leaved lime coppice. Important for butterflies and birds. Members' car park on track off A423. Contact: Mike Slater, 01788 335881.

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This page last updated on 14/10/2000