Forests & woodlands · West Midlands
Alvecote Meadows Nature Reserve
In or near Seckington.
Alvecote Meadows Nature Reserve is a forest or woodland in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–3 h
- Nearest railway station
- Mallard Halt · 1.1 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Alvecote Meadows Nature Reserve is woodland in Warwickshire, the West Midlands. The site is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest. It sits within the North Warwickshire and Bedworth parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Mallard Halt, about 1.1 km away. Postcode area B79.
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Official information
Alvecote Meadows is a nature reserve featuring wetland and meadow habitats along the River Anker. Visitors can explore diverse wildlife, including various species of butterflies, dragonflies, and birds, as well as enjoy the scenic beauty of the area.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Alvecote Pools SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Alvecote Meadows Nature Reserve is located in Shuttington, Warwickshire, within the West Midlands. It is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) for its ecological importance, particularly the adjacent Alvecote Pools SSSI. The reserve features a variety of habitats, supporting diverse flora and fauna.
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- Coordinates
- 52.6400, -1.6412
- County
- Warwickshire
- District
- North Warwickshire
- Parish
- Shuttington
- Postcode
- B79 0ED
- Parliamentary constituency
- North Warwickshire and Bedworth
- Phone
- 024 7630 2912
- Nearest railway station
- Mallard Halt — 1.1 km
- Opening
- Open at all times
- Official site
- www.warwickshirewildlifetrust.org.uk
Sources
- osm: w220723400 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Alvecote Meadows Nature Reserve?
- Alvecote Meadows Nature Reserve is in Warwickshire, the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode B79 0ED), in the parish of Shuttington.
- What is Alvecote Meadows Nature Reserve?
- Alvecote Meadows Nature Reserve is a forest or woodland in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Alvecote Meadows Nature Reserve?
- The nearest railway station is Mallard Halt, about 1.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode B79 0ED.
- Is Alvecote Meadows Nature Reserve a protected site?
- Yes — Alvecote Meadows Nature Reserve is part of the Alvecote Pools SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- Is Alvecote Meadows Nature Reserve free to visit?
- Yes, Alvecote Meadows Nature Reserve is free to enter.
- How do I get to Alvecote Meadows Nature Reserve?
- The nearest railway station is Mallard Halt, about 1.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode B79 0ED.