Wildlife along the Montgomery Canal

Wildlife on the Montgomery Canal

The Montgomery Canal is one of the most important waterways for wildilfe in Britain. Much of its length is a declared Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSIs).

Of particular interest to botanists is the floating water plantain (Luronium natans), for which the canal is one of the most significant sites in the world. British Waterways and the canal restorers are working very closely with the Countryside Council for Wales and English Nature to ensure the sustainable restoration and future management of this valuable environmental asset.

The line is also home to a number of rare flora and fauna. Wildlife provisions have been respected during restoration: for example, at Aston Locks, volunteers worked for over a year to create an off-line nature reserve.

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  1. Aston Nature Reserve »

    Address: Aston Nature Reserve, Powys

    Services: Nature reserve

  2. Brithdir Nature Reserve »

    Address: Brithdir Nature Reserve, Powys

    Services: Nature reserve

  3. Glansevern Hall Gardens »

    Address: Berriew, Welshpool, Powys SY21 8AH

    Tel: 01686 640644

    Services: Garden | Cafe

  4. Llanymynech Rocks Nature Reserve »

    Address: Shropshire Wildlife Trust, Shropshire

    Tel: 01743 284280

    Services: Nature reserve

  5. Montgomeryshire Wildlife Trust »

    Address: 20 Severn Street, Welshpool, Powys SY21 7AD

    Tel: 01938 555654

    Services: Nature reserve

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    Wern Claypit Nature Reserve »

    Address: Wern Claypit Nature Reserve, Powys

    Services: Nature reserve

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