Another rare dragonfly species is confirmed at the Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre’s Onny Meadows.

Since becoming designated Hotspot for the British Dragonfly Society, the Onny Meadows have recorded several rare species of dragonfly, topped by the most recent sighting of Willow Emerald Damselfly, only the second ever record in the county.

Following several sightings of Small Red-Eyed Damselfly (which is seen regularly) and the unconfirmed report of Hairy Hawker earlier this year, the Onny Meadows has become a very special place for these ancient hunters, and is testament to the work of Meadows Ranger, Ian Cheeseborough and his team of volunteers, who work hard to maintain this special habitat.

Entry to the Discovery Centre and Onny Meadows is free but there is a charge for visitors to enjoy the Shropshire Hills Through Time exhibition and visit the mammoth.

The Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre offers an extensive programme of family events, adult courses and a variety of activities for the whole family. The unique grass roofed building houses a replica of the famous mammoth skeleton found in Shropshire. The café serves delicious home-cooked food.

For more information, visit: shropshirehillsdiscoverycentre.co.uk