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Feb 2021
Plans for new discovery walks at Ripon wetlands
A new scheme to encourage residents to explore the beauty and heritage in their local area is heading to Ripon.
North Yorkshire County Council is expanding 'Discoveries on Your Doorstep' after the success of its walks in Scarborough and Selby.
They range from castle the canal towpaths and give local residents a glimpse at areas they might otherwise overlook.
Wetland walks is the title of the new scheme, which is due to be launched soon at Ripon City Wetlands.
It will focus on nature rather than the heritage theme of the two existing options elsewhere in the county.
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The county council has said it is trying to help areas which have been struggling with exercise since coronavirus struck.
A co-ordinator for the project, Josh Wood, said:
It is another boost for nature reserves near Ripon after the Nosterfield Nature Reserve won a £132,000 government grant to enhance wildlife.
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