Maes Hiraddug

Maes Hiraddug is a Site of Special Scientific Interest in the preserved county of Clwyd, north Wales.

Maes Hiraddug
Site of Special Scientific Interest
Location within Wales
Area of SearchClwyd
Grid referenceSJ0634579397
Coordinates53.303211°N 3.4068622°W / 53.303211; -3.4068622
InterestBiological
Area4.37 ha
Notification11 November 1999

It is species-rich neutral grassland which includes notable species including spiny restharrow and the greater butterfly orchid. The reserve is managed by the North Wales Wildlife Trust.[1] It is an example of wildflower meadow which pre-dates modern agricultural land management.

See also

  • List of Sites of Special Scientific Interest in Clwyd

References

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