Rare breed goats are being used to maintain grasslands at Asket Hill, near Roundhay Park in Leeds. Royal Golden Guernsey goats, supplied by Mossy Oaks at Castle Howard, are helping to control shrubs and brambles while preserving biodiversity on the steep and uneven site.
Pilot scheme until November
The goats are part of a pilot conservation grazing scheme at the site, which is owned by Leeds City Council. The animals are expected to remain at Asket Hill until 12 November, with plans for them to return each year.
Why the goats were brought in
A Leeds City Council spokesperson said: "Asket Hill has been a challenge to look after due to it being very steep and uneven, so getting these goats in is really brilliant and lets us protect our vital biodiversity."