The Hermitage in Mansfield: Popular Nottinghamshire nature reserve closes for ‘health and safety reasons’
It will be closed over the coming months
A popular Nottinghamshire nature reserve has closed for “health and safety reasons”.
The Hermitage Nature Reserve, near Mansfield, will be closed until at least the spring after large trees fell and destroyed a section of banking.
Mansfield District Council is now in the process of securing funding to rectify the damage.
A spokesperson for Mansfield District Council said: “We are expecting the reserve to be closed until at least April 2025 so appropriate funding can be secured and the necessary contract arrangements for the work to be undertaken can be put in place.
"We apologise for the disruption this may cause but reiterate that keeping the public safe is our top priority.
“There are more than 150 green spaces and local nature reserves across Mansfield to enjoy."
The Hermitage is home to dozens of bird species, including the kingfisher, willow tit and reed bunting.
It was acquired by Mansfield District Council in 1986.