Wildlife reserves · West Midlands
Gorse Farm Wood
In or near Birmingham.
Gorse Farm Wood in England West Midlands, United Kingdom.
Roy Hughes — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 2 h–4 h
- Best time of year
- Autumn & winter (migration & wildfowl)
- Nearest railway station
- Hamstead · 1.1 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Gorse Farm Wood is a nature reserve in England West Midlands, United Kingdom — protected land managed for wildlife conservation, with footpaths, hides and visitor access. UK nature reserves include national, local and trust-managed sites covering everything from coastal saltmarsh to upland moor.
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Place summary
Gorse Farm Wood is a wildlife reserve located in the West Midlands. It is recognised for its diverse habitats that support various species of flora and fauna. The area serves as an important ecological site for conservation efforts.
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- Coordinates
- 52.5403, -1.9332
- District
- Sandwell
- Parish
- Sandwell, unparished area
- Postcode
- B43 5RP
- Parliamentary constituency
- West Bromwich
- Nearest railway station
- Hamstead — 1.1 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q97684397 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Gorse Farm Wood?
- Gorse Farm Wood is in the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode B43 5RP), in the parish of Sandwell, unparished area.
- What is Gorse Farm Wood?
- Gorse Farm Wood in England West Midlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Gorse Farm Wood?
- The nearest railway station is Hamstead, about 1.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode B43 5RP.
- Is Gorse Farm Wood free to visit?
- Yes, Gorse Farm Wood is free to enter.
- How do I get to Gorse Farm Wood?
- The nearest railway station is Hamstead, about 1.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode B43 5RP.
- Are dogs allowed at Gorse Farm Wood?
- Most wildlife reserves allow dogs on lead only, with restrictions during ground-nesting bird season (March-July). Check signage at the reserve.