Wildlife reserves · London
Cranham Marsh
In or near Havering-atte-Bower.
Cranham Marsh — Essex Wildlife Trust Nature reserve in the London Borough of Havering, England, UK.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 2 h–4 h
- Best time of year
- Autumn & winter (migration & wildfowl)
- Nearest railway station
- Upminster · 1.4 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
Getting there & planning your visit
Cranham Marsh is located in Havering, London, with the postcode RM14 3XJ and is accessible via Upminster railway station, which is 1.4 km away. Entry to the reserve is free, but wheelchair accessibility is limited.
About
Cranham Marsh is a wildlife reserve in the United Kingdom. It covers approximately 261 km². Managed by Essex Wildlife Trust. Wikidata describes it as: "Essex Wildlife Trust Nature reserve in the London Borough of Havering, England, UK". Coordinates: 51.5475°, 0.2585°.
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Summary from the official site
Cranham Marsh Nature Reserve is a 13-hectare woodland oasis located within the M25, showcasing a relic marshland that reflects the historical countryside. Visitors can enjoy 1.5 km of circular walking trails, observe diverse wildlife including various butterfly species and birds of prey, and experience the natural beauty of ancient woodland and grassland.
Read more on the official property page.
From the Wikipedia article
Cranham Marsh is an English 15.3 hectare Local Nature Reserve and a Site of Metropolitan Importance for Nature Conservation in Cranham in the London Borough of Havering. It is owned by Havering Council and managed by the Essex Wildlife Trust. The habitats on the site are woodland, wet meadow and marsh, and it has one of the few areas of fen to survive in the area. There are three small woods, including Spring Wood, which has species indicative of ancient woodland. Locally uncommon plants in wetland areas include southern marsh-orchid, fine-leaved water-dropwort and golden dock. Insects include a rare bee, Macropis europaea, and 23 species of butterfly have been recorded. It is also a good site for water voles. A tributary of the River Ingrebourne runs through the site. There is access by footpaths from Park Drive and The Chase.
Excerpt from Wikipedia under CC BY-SA 4.0. See the source article linked in Sources below.
- Coordinates
- 51.5475, 0.2585
- District
- Havering
- Parish
- Havering, unparished area
- Postcode
- RM14 3XJ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Hornchurch and Upminster
- Nearest railway station
- Upminster — 1.4 km
- Opening
- Accessible at all times
- Official site
- www.essexwt.org.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q15211948 (CC0)
- wikipedia: Cranham Marsh (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- commons: Cranham Marsh stream.JPG (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Other places nearby
Cranham Hall
Historic houses · 0.7 km
Bridge In Parklands Park
Historic bridges · 0.9 km
Upminster
Chapels · 1.0 km
Gaumont Upminster
Theatres · 1.1 km
Church of St Laurence, Upminster
Historic churches · 1.1 km
Upminster War Memorial
Memorials & monuments · 1.1 km
Cranham Village Sign
Public art & sculpture · 1.2 km
Sacred Heart of Mary Girls' School
Historic houses · 1.4 km
Upminster Windmill
Windmills · 1.5 km
Thames Chase
Archaeological sites · 1.7 km
Upminster Bridge
Chapels · 1.7 km
Thames Chase Visitor Centre
Natural landmarks · 1.7 km
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Cranham Marsh?
- Cranham Marsh is in London, United Kingdom (postcode RM14 3XJ), in the parish of Havering, unparished area.
- What is Cranham Marsh?
- Cranham Marsh — Essex Wildlife Trust Nature reserve in the London Borough of Havering, England, UK.
- How do I get to Cranham Marsh?
- The nearest railway station is Upminster, about 1.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode RM14 3XJ.
- Who runs Cranham Marsh?
- Cranham Marsh is operated by Essex Wildlife Trust.
- Is Cranham Marsh free to visit?
- Yes, Cranham Marsh is free to enter.
- How do I get to Cranham Marsh?
- The nearest railway station is Upminster, about 1.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode RM14 3XJ.
- Are dogs allowed at Cranham Marsh?
- Most wildlife reserves allow dogs on lead only, with restrictions during ground-nesting bird season (March-July). Check signage at the reserve.