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Croxton Park
Site of Special Scientific Interest
Croxton Park, near Croxton Kerrial - geograph.org.uk - 67369.jpg
Area of Search Leicestershire
Interest Biological
Area 97.3 hectares
Notification 1986
Location map Magic Map

Croxton Park is a special natural area located in Leicestershire, England. It covers about 97.3 hectares, which is roughly the size of 136 football fields! This park is very important because it has been named a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). This means the area is protected by law because of its unique plants, animals, or geology.

What Makes Croxton Park Special?

Croxton Park is an old park that dates back to medieval times. It has not been changed much by people, which is why it is so valuable.

Amazing Plants

The park has large areas of natural, wild grassland. Scattered across this grassland are very old trees, including mighty oak trees and pretty hawthorn bushes. These ancient trees provide homes and food for many creatures.

Home to Many Animals

Croxton Park is a great place for birds to live and raise their families. Many different kinds of birds can be found here. It is also home to over ninety types of lichens. Lichens are tiny living things that are a mix of fungi and algae. Many of the lichens found at Croxton Park are quite rare, making the park even more important for nature.

Visiting Croxton Park

While a public footpath goes through Croxton Park, most of the land is private. This means that visitors can only walk on the marked footpath. There is no public access to the rest of the park. This helps to protect the delicate plants and animals that live there.

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