A meadow in Nailsea has become one of 60 “Coronation meadows” across the UK as part of a coronation anniversary campaign to restore threatened wildflower meadows.

Netcott’s Meadow is described as “a vibrant damp meadow which contains a good variety of wildflowers”.

In the summer months there is a small patch of southern marsh orchids, while 12 species of butterflies frequent the site which is also a good hunting ground for damselflies and dragonflies, while various water birds may be seen on Buckland’s Pool.

“Although challenging to manage, the springs in the meadow create wet ‘flushes’ rich in plant and insect life which make this site really special,” says Tim Curley from the Avon Wildlife Trust.

Wildflower meadows, a haven for wildlife, have decreased by 97 per cent in the UK since the 1930s.

The Coronation Meadows campaign will take seed and green hay from designated meadows such as Netcott’e to recreate new ones.

www.coronationmeadows.org.uk/meadow/netcotts-meadow-nailsea