Engelska parken - Mora park

The area around Moraån in Järna has a long history. There was a farm here as early as 1371. Old maps show that the water from the river has been used for hydroelectric power since the 17th century, perhaps earlier. When the current manor house was built in the 1850s, Mora farm also had an English park built in "Mora fruäng", south of Billstaån. The old English park has overgrown, but the old deciduous trees testify to its existence.

These large, old trees are important for bats. They like to nest in trees near the water where they hunt for insects. There is also fine flora and old oaks that are important habitats for fungi, lichens and insects. We are working on nature and culture conservation in the old park. By removing some of the trees where they grow too densely, the large oaks and aspens are doing better. The sheep's grazing means that the old park does not grow back, which benefits the flora, which then has a chance to recover.

Mora park is located directly adjacent to the south-western parts of Järna. It is easy to reach by public transport, bicycle and car. It takes about 25 minutes to walk from Järna commuter train station. Several bus stops are located close to the area.