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Cranwich Camp is a 13.1-hectare biological Site of Special Scientific Interest in Breckland, north-west of Thetford in Norfolk, England. The site occupies a former army camp and is now grassland on sand and chalk, with calcareous grassland and grass heath. Its conservation importance comes from its botanical and entomological interest, including records of rare plants and insects, while rabbits and habitat management help maintain open, disturbed ground. It also forms part of the Breckland Special Area of Conservation and Special Protection Area.
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Where is Cranwich Camp?
Cranwich Camp is in Breckland, north-west of Thetford in Norfolk, England. The site occupies a former army camp.
How large is Cranwich Camp?
The biological Site of Special Scientific Interest covers 13.1 hectares. Its habitats include grassland on sand and chalk.
Why is Cranwich Camp protected?
It contains calcareous grassland and grass heath, habitats that support Breckland wildlife. The former army-camp land now has conservation value as open grassland.
What type of site is Cranwich Camp?
Cranwich Camp is a biological Site of Special Scientific Interest in England. It is a former military site that has developed into a protected grassland and heathland area.
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