Description:

The reserve contains one of the finest yew forests in western Europe, including a grove of ancient trees which are among the oldest living things in Britain. The thin soils on the steep valley slopes support a rich downland turf with up to 50 species of flowering plants and grasses within a square metre.

To view a map of this site and download a leaflet with further info, visit the weblink andlook under NNRs 

The reserve is one of the most important archaeological sites in southern England and has 14 scheduled ancient monuments, including Bronze Age burial mounds at the top of Bow Hill. From here, there are stunning panoramic views.

To reach the reserve by car, leave the A286 at Mid Lavant and continue west, to the NNR car park near the village of West Stoke. The reserve is signposted from there and is about 15 minutes walk along a footpath leading to the main entrance. Here, there is a small information centre with permanent displays and more information about the reserve.