Seasons - Summer
In summer, you may see some interesting woodland species
such as Wood Avens (also known as Herb Bennet) (Geum urbanum),
which is a shade loving woodland plant flowering between May
and August. In folklore Wood Avens are said to drive away
evil spirits.
The purple flowers of Dog Violets come out between April and
June, and the bright yellow Welsh Poppy (Meconopsis cambrica)
can be seen in damp woodlands in June and July. In August
and September, the second brood of Holly Blue, which was
reared on Holly, can be found searching for Ivy flowers, in
which to lay their eggs.
From May through to July the black and red Cinnabar moth is
in flight, although not generally seen during the day it
might be disturbed from some long grass. However, a similar
looking species – the Six Spot Burnet – is a day flying moth
which can be seen from June to August, together with Common
Blue butterfly, especially in the grasslands with the
presence of Birds Foot Trefoil (their larval foodplant).
Why not join the many families who collect wild fruits such
as Blackberries, wild strawberries and raspberries along the
trail.