Clipsham Old Quarry and Pickworth Wood

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Clipsham Old Quarry and Pickworth Wood is a Site of Special Scientific Interest in Rutland of 1.1 km². The county has 18 Sites of Special Scientific Interest; this is one. The closest station is Stamford, about 8.8 km to the south-east. Other nature reserves nearby include Swinstead Valley and Rutland Water Country Park.

Full name: Clipsham Old Quarry and Pickworth Great Wood

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