Fylingdales Moor. On behalf of the landowner, a Higher Level Stewardship project (since 2009) continues to manage all 2750 ha of Fylingdales Moor for biodiversity and archaeology. Key conservation species include: the striking yet elusive small bird of prey the merlin, golden plover, and other species including the green hairstreak butterfly. The winter heather burning regime creates a patchwork of stands of heather of different ages and structure. Stands of mature heather are left as vital habitat for ground nesting merlin, whilst more open habitat is suitable for nesting golden plover and feeding red grouse. 4 common rights holders are part of the project, and along with the project's shepherd they graze over 1200 swaledale and cheviot sheep. The project offers guided visits to groups, free for schools. A leaflet is available from local pubs, detailing a 4.3 km circular nature trail which can be walked from the parking area at Jugger Howe layby (grid ref NZ 945 002), one mile south of the Flask Cafe.