Wildflowers planted in Lake District hay meadow restoration bid

Thousands of wildflowers are being planted in the Lake District as part of efforts to restore traditional hay meadows.

More than 5,500 are being plug planted during September at Boon Crag Farm on the shores of Coniston.

Once established, they will provide habitat for wildlife including bees and butterflies, as well as providing benefits to grazing livestock, the National Trust (NT) said.