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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Yahoo
Goats on guard to protect national park Roman site
A herd of goats has been enlisted to protect a new illustrated trail in the North York Moors. The one-mile (1.6km) trail has been installed around Cawthorn Roman Camps, a 2,000-year-old Roman military site made up of complex earthworks. Information boards and artwork along the walk will give visitors an insight into life in the network of forts and camps. Conservation officer Jacob Lawson said the Royal Golden Guernsey goats would act as "conservation grazers" by eating away invasive scrub, brambles and bracken. "They're doing exactly what goats do best and eating their way through the vegetation that was beginning to encroach on the archaeology and is quite dense in places," Mr Lawson said. "This is a 10-week trial and something we've never done before, but it's sustainable and a low-impact way to protect one of Britain's most valuable Roman sites, and so far it's been extremely positive." The goats come from Mossy Oaks at Castle Howard and specialise in bespoke habitat management tasks. According to the North York Moors National Park Authority, Roman legions left their fortress in York to conquer the North by defeating and controlling tribes in the region. They constructed a network of camps and forts connected by military roads, occupying new territory and carving their mark into the land. The Edge of Empire trail will show what life was like for Roman soldiers stationed at Cawthorn and their tense encounters with the Parisi and Brigantes tribes who lived and farmed in the surrounding landscape. "Cawthorn is an extraordinary example of Roman military strategy, preserved in the peaceful heart of the North York Moors," said Miles Johnson, head of historic environment. "The site consists of a complex of earthworks, including two forts and a temporary camp with an unusual layout. "At one point it was thought the camps were only used for training troops, but now we believe they had a strategic role in exercising control over local tribes and perhaps for short-term occupation during the construction of military roads across the region." Mr Johnson said the new trail made it possible to envisage the area's Roman past in a "meaningful and accessible" way. It has no steps or stiles, and there are sections suitable for wheelchair users and all-terrain buggies. Signs will be in place throughout the trial asking dog walkers to keep their pets on a lead and reminding owners that livestock worrying is an offence. Listen to highlights from North Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North. Related Internet links North York Moors National Park More on this story Threatened mice species released in national park New walking trail links 12 historic moors churches
BBC News
3 days ago
- BBC News
Goats on guard to protect North York Moors Roman trail
A herd of goats has been enlisted to protect a new illustrated trail in the North York one-mile (1.6km) trail has been installed around Cawthorn Roman Camps, a 2,000-year-old Roman military site made up of complex boards and artwork along the walk will give visitors an insight into life in the network of forts and officer Jacob Lawson said the Royal Golden Guernsey goats would act as "conservation grazers" by eating away invasive scrub, brambles and bracken. "They're doing exactly what goats do best and eating their way through the vegetation that was beginning to encroach on the archaeology and is quite dense in places," Mr Lawson said."This is a 10-week trial and something we've never done before, but it's sustainable and a low-impact way to protect one of Britain's most valuable Roman sites, and so far it's been extremely positive."The goats come from Mossy Oaks at Castle Howard and specialise in bespoke habitat management tasks. According to the North York Moors National Park Authority, Roman legions left their fortress in York to conquer the North by defeating and controlling tribes in the constructed a network of camps and forts connected by military roads, occupying new territory and carving their mark into the Edge of Empire trail will show what life was like for Roman soldiers stationed at Cawthorn and their tense encounters with the Parisi and Brigantes tribes who lived and farmed in the surrounding landscape."Cawthorn is an extraordinary example of Roman military strategy, preserved in the peaceful heart of the North York Moors," said Miles Johnson, head of historic environment."The site consists of a complex of earthworks, including two forts and a temporary camp with an unusual layout. "At one point it was thought the camps were only used for training troops, but now we believe they had a strategic role in exercising control over local tribes and perhaps for short-term occupation during the construction of military roads across the region." Mr Johnson said the new trail made it possible to envisage the area's Roman past in a "meaningful and accessible" has no steps or stiles, and there are sections suitable for wheelchair users and all-terrain will be in place throughout the trial asking dog walkers to keep their pets on a lead and reminding owners that livestock worrying is an offence. Listen to highlights from North Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North.
The Sun
5 days ago
- Climate
- The Sun
UK weather: Met Office issues yellow warning for thunderstorms and flash floods TODAY with up to 90mm of rain
THE Met Office has put a two-day yellow weather warning in place as thunderstorms and flash floods are due to sweep the UK. After a spell of sunny skies and baking temperatures, this weekend is set to be a stormy one - with torrential rain, hail, thunder and lightening set to blast most of England. 5 5 5 Showers and thunderstorms will rain down on northern England early this afternoon. The Met Office said 25-25 mm of rain is possible in less than an hour, with even 40-60 mm of rain possible over the North York Moors. As well as rain, frequent lightning and large hail are possible. The forecaster warned householders to consider if their location is at risk of flash flooding, and to prepare a flood plan and an emergency flood kit. The stormy weather will likely mean travel delays, and possible power cuts in some areas. Incoming rain may come as a relief to gardeners after the recent scorching weather saw a hosepipe ban come into place. The Met Office advised: "If you find yourself outside and hear thunder, protect yourself by finding a safe enclosed shelter (such as a car). "Do not shelter under or near trees, or other structures which may be struck by lightning. If you are on an elevated area move to lower ground." The yellow weather warning is in place from midday today until 8pm. 5-day forecast Today: Cloud with outbreaks of rain spreading slowly east, with potentially thundery showers developing across North Wales, southern Scotland, and parts of northern England during the afternoon. Elsewhere, largely dry and bright. Feeling very warm and humid, particularly in the east. Tonight: Showers across northeastern areas will gradually clear before another band of thundery rain moves into southern areas overnight. This potentially torrential rain will track northwards, mainly affecting eastern parts. Saturday: Heavy, thundery rain continuing to spread northwards, reaching Scotland during the afternoon. Showers developing widely through the afternoon. Thicker cloud and rain arriving across the southwest later. Warm and muggy. Sunday to Tuesday: Remaining unsettled with further heavy and perhaps thundery showers on Sunday and Monday. Chance of some more persistent rain arriving late Tuesday. A little less warm, though still feeling humid. Another yellow thunderstorm warning will come into force tomorrow at 12 noon. It will expire at 8pm on Friday. Thundery rain will spread across most of England on Saturday. The warning on the Met Office website reads: "Rain will likely be locally torrential, bringing 20-30 mm in less than an hour in many places, with 60-90 mm in less than three hours possible in a few places. "Whilst rain will clear from the south of the area by early Saturday afternoon, further thunderstorms are likely to develop here. "As well as heavy rain, impacts from frequent lightning, gusty winds and large hail are also likely." Met Office Chief Meteorologist Jason Kelly, said: 'More warnings could be issued for the weekend and early next week. Keep an eye on the Met Office forecast for updates as the picture develops. 'Within the warm and humid airmass we will potentially see temperatures reaching 30°C or more for parts of eastern England by Friday, with very warm and muggy conditions continuing into the weekend in parts of central and southern England.' On Sunday, widespread showers and thunderstorms are expected to continue, moving northwards throughout the day. Next week, the weather will still be unsettled, with showers and thunderstorms at times. 5 5 Where does the yellow warning cover?
The Independent
5 days ago
- Climate
- The Independent
Mapped: Yellow weather warnings issued for thunderstorms across the UK
England is braced for 'heavy, thundery rain' after weeks of soaring temperatures and multiple heatwaves. Two yellow weather alerts are in place for Friday covering much of England. Only Cornwall and areas of Devon are likely to be unaffected. The Met Office says that areas of North East England are likely to be affected by torrential rain, as much as 40-60 mm of rain, on Friday. The highest levels are most likely to be seen over the North York Moors. 'As well as rain, frequent lightning and large hail are possible,' the Met Office warns. Storms are then expected to 'ease and clear into the North Sea Friday evening'. Moving into Saturday, areas of 'heavy, thundery rain' are expected across much of England. 'Thundery rain will reach the south of the warning area later Friday before spreading north to affect much of England through Saturday,' the Met Office said. 'Rain will likely be locally torrential, bringing 20-30 mm in less than an hour in many places, with 60-90 mm in less than three hours possible in a few places. 'Whilst rain will clear from the south of the area by early Saturday afternoon, further thunderstorms are likely to develop here. 'As well as heavy rain, impacts from frequent lightning, gusty winds and large hail are also likely.' Across other parts of the UK, temperatures will climb to 28C with a chance of 29C on Thursday, before peaking at a potential 30C in London on Friday in another burst of hot weather. Met Office meteorologist Jonathan Vautrey said: 'This heat is not going to be as widespread as what we've just come out of, areas to the north aren't going to be seeing the same highs. 'The heat we had last time was home grown, it wasn't that humid, but because this heat is coming in from the south westerly direction, it is more humid. It's going to be feeling more sticky.' It comes as Southern Water has become the latest company to bring in a hosepipe ban, to protect rare chalk stream habitat, as England battles exceptionally dry weather. The company said restrictions on hosepipes for activities such as watering gardens, filling paddling pools or washing cars would come in for households in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight from Monday.
Yahoo
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Firefighters rescue escaped horse trapped in bog
An escaped horse had to be rescued by firefighters after getting stuck in a bog on the North York Moors. Hovis was found trapped near Cod Beck Reservoir, near Swainby, just after 06:30 BST, having escaped from his enclosure on Friday evening. A spokesperson for Stokesley Fire Station joked the animal had "neigh way out" until he was pulled to safety by firefighters. After being given a much-needed drink in the warm temperatures, Hovis was left in the care of his owner. Listen to highlights from North Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North.
