Nature Reserves

A site for locals to enjoy a patch of nature with a good view of the Abbey across the River Anker.

Wetland and meadows within the floodplain of the River Anker with a wide range of butterflies and dragonflies

A series of shallow pools that are good for wildlife

A disused railway cutting - now a valued local nature reserve.

Bishops Hill Nature Reserve sits north of the village of Bishops Itchington and was once part of the old Harbury Cement Works which closed in 1970. It has since been established as an important…

Brandon Marsh Nature Reserve is set in 220 acres and features a wide variety of large pools, bird hides, woodland walks and wildflower meadows.

This former quarry has been transformed into…

Brandon Reach - a rich and wild addition to Brandon Marsh that will bring people closer to nature, in a land rich in wildlife. Brandon Reach was named to link it to Brandon Marsh and to…

An old traditional hay meadow with beautiful wild flowers.

Bubbenhall Wood and Meadow nature reserve is nestled in the heart of the Dunsmore Living Landscape. Enjoy the contrast of ancient woodland and new meadow with ponds and pools.

Stroll through woodland and grassland in this urban nature reserve