Prees Heath Common — Attraction in Whitchurch Rural

Excellent nature reserve that is the only place in the whole of the Midlands where you can see the rare Silver-studded Blue butterfly. Of course you have to go at the right time of year if you want to see them, probably mid-June to July but fortunately there are loads lots so they shouldn't be hard to find in calm, sunny conditions. Over 4000 were counted at the site in late June 2018.

There's parking for about 10 vehicles just opposite the Steel...

This is a wonderful stronghold of the Silver-Studded Blue. I managed to catch a few of the first ones emerging on a sunny day at the beginning of July. This area is wonderfully managed by the Butterfly Conservation organisation, and this loving care shines out through the thriving butterflies flitting...

Great site. Lots of open space to walk in with an amazing variety of wildlife. From yellowhammers to silver-studded blue butterflies. Also a mixture of terrain including open heathland, woodland and even a small pond. Well worth a visit and two visits won't...