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St Petrock's Church

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Public accessFree entryDogs welcome

Visiting this summer

Seasonal nature notes and what to look for now

  • 🐝54+ species of insects recorded here — summer is peak season; Golden-ringed Dragonfly and Banded Demoiselle are among those observed
  • 🐕Early mornings are best for dog walks in summer — visit before 9am to avoid the heat and find quieter trails
  • 📍Open access throughout summer — no booking required

Good to know

  • £Free to visit — no entry charge
  • 🐕Dogs welcome

Best for

6 activities

Insect spotting

Insects — Golden-ringed Dragonfly, Banded Demoiselle, Beautiful Demoiselle +51 more · last seen 2025

Free

Seasonal nature

Plants — Bugle, Bristle Club-rush, Yellow-rattle +110 more · last seen 2019

Free

Bird watching

Birds — Chaffinch, Goldfinch, Blue Tit +3 more · last seen 2025

Free

Dog walks

Dogs allowed with public access

Free

Wildlife

Mammals — Hedgehog · last seen 2020

Free

Heritage

Religious grounds — local heritage

Free

Wildlife to spot

Photos

St Petrock's Church, Newton St Petrock

St Petrock's Church, Newton St Petrock

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