Feoch Meadows is a mosaic of dry and wet grassland, fen meadow and mire. There is an orchid-rich area in the west near Feoch Burn. Traditional livestock farming ensures an abundance of wildflowers, which attract important butterfly and moth species, making this a key site in south west Scotland.
The reserve was made a Coronation Meadow in 2013, in celebration of the 60th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II and in recognition of it’s status as one of the best in Ayrshire.
Why visit?
Highlights include:
- Orchids and other wildflowers
- Butterflies
- Farmland birds and mammals
Best time to visit?
- May to Jul for orchids
- May to Sep for grasslands
- May to Sep for butterflies
Visit for:
- birdwatching
- grasslands
- wildflowers
