Forests & woodlands · West Midlands
Bateswood Nature Reserve
Also known as: Bates Wood Nature Reserve
In or near Silverdale.
Bateswood 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
- Silverdale · 2.9 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Bateswood Nature Reserve is a named forest, woodland or nature reserve in the United Kingdom. Also known as: Bates Wood Nature Reserve. Coordinates: 53.0309°, -2.3092°.
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Official information
Bateswood Nature Reserve, also known as Leycett Meadows, is a 25-hectare area that has transformed from former opencast mining activities into a haven for wildlife. Visitors can enjoy birdwatching, particularly for skylarks, and observe a variety of insects and amphibians in its diverse habitats.
Place summary
Bateswood Nature Reserve is a forest located in the West Midlands, within Staffordshire's Audley Rural parish. This site serves as a natural habitat, providing opportunities for wildlife observation and walking.
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- Coordinates
- 53.0309, -2.3092
- County
- Staffordshire
- District
- Newcastle-under-Lyme
- Parish
- Audley Rural
- Postcode
- ST7 8AL
- Parliamentary constituency
- Newcastle-under-Lyme
- Phone
- 01889 880100
- Nearest railway station
- Silverdale — 2.9 km
- Opening
- Open at all times
- Official site
- www.staffs-wildlife.org.uk
Sources
- osm: w120039723 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Bateswood Nature Reserve?
- Bateswood Nature Reserve is in Staffordshire, the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode ST7 8AL), in the parish of Audley Rural.
- What is Bateswood Nature Reserve?
- Bateswood Nature Reserve is a forest or woodland in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Bateswood Nature Reserve?
- The nearest railway station is Silverdale, about 2.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode ST7 8AL.
- Is Bateswood Nature Reserve free to visit?
- Yes, Bateswood Nature Reserve is free to enter.
- How do I get to Bateswood Nature Reserve?
- The nearest railway station is Silverdale, about 2.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode ST7 8AL.