Parliament Piece
Parliament Piece
The name Parliament Piece is believed to relate to Henry III's parliament, which met in Kenilworth in 1266. There is, however, no evidence that the site was actually used by the parliament. The pond and other depressions are probably the remains of old marl or clay pits. Today, the grassland is managed as a traditional hay meadow with hay cut in late July and cattle grazing the aftermath for two or three months.
Species and Habitats
Habitats
Species
Meadow Brown (link is external), Great Spotted Woodpecker (link is external), Field Vole (link is external),Common Frog (link is external), Smooth Newt (link is external), Dog-rose (link is external), Traveller's-joy (link is external)
Venue Category:
Parks and Gardens
Activities provided:
Animal Encounters
Bird Watching
Environment
Nature Trail
Activities for people with SEN/Disabilities:
No
Curriculum:
Art
Citizenship
PSHE (Personal, Social and Health Education)
Science
Suitability:
Key Stage 1 (4-7)
Key Stage 2 (8-11)
Key Stage 3 (12-14)
Key Stage 4 (15-16)
Key Stage 5 (17+)
Early Years (2-4)
Residential?:
No
Locality:
Venue Address:
Upper Spring Lane
Kenilworth
Warwickshire
CV8 2JR