Kempley Daffodil Meadow facts for kids
| Site of Special Scientific Interest | |
Example of wild daffodils (Narcissus pseudonarcissus) in a meadow setting
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| Area of Search | Gloucestershire |
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| Coordinates | 51°58′08″N 2°28′20″W / 51.968875°N 2.472297°W |
| Interest | Biological |
| Area | 1.2hectare |
| Notification | 1986 |
Kempley Daffodil Meadow is a special place in Gloucestershire, England. It is a 1.2-hectare (about 3-acre) meadow. This site was officially recognized in 1986 as a 'Site of Special Scientific Interest' (SSSI). This means it is protected because it has important plants, animals, or geology. It is also known as a 'Key Wildlife Site' (KWS) in the Forest of Dean area. This shows how important it is for local wildlife.
Where to Find Wild Daffodils
Kempley Daffodil Meadow is one of several meadows and woods in the Dymock and Newent areas. These places are special because they are home to many beautiful wild daffodils. The meadows here are natural grasslands that have not been changed by farming.
A place called Dymock Woods is another nearby SSSI. It also has many wild daffodils. There is even a special Daffodil Trail in the area. This trail connects several nature reserves. All these places help protect the wild daffodil species.
Plants and Animals in the Meadow
A report from May 2011 showed that wild daffodils cover a large part of the meadow. They cover about 75% of the field. In some spots, they are very dense, covering 40% to 60% of the ground.
Other plants you might see in the meadow include:
- Lesser celandine
- Common sorrel
- Cuckooflower
- Creeping buttercup
It is also common to see many bumblebees flying around. They help pollinate the flowers.
