Wildlife reserves · East of England
Old Warden Tunnel nature reserve
In or near Herrings Green.
Old Warden Tunnel nature reserve — nature reserve in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 2 h–4 h
- Best time of year
- Autumn & winter (migration & wildfowl)
- Nearest railway station
- Sandy · 7.6 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit Old Warden Tunnel nature reserve, the nearest railway station is Sandy, located 7.6 km away. Entry to the reserve is free, but accessibility is limited for wheelchair users. The postcode for sat-nav is SG18 9LU.
About
Old Warden Tunnel nature reserve is a wildlife reserve in the United Kingdom. Managed by Wildlife Trust for Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Northamptonshire. Wikidata describes it as: "nature reserve in the United Kingdom". Coordinates: 52.0889°, -0.3762°.
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Summary from the official site
Old Warden Tunnel is a nature reserve located near Bedford, featuring a variety of wildflowers and bird species. Visitors can enjoy walking trails that offer scenic views of the countryside and the opportunity to observe diverse wildlife in a tranquil setting.
Read more on the official property page.
From the Wikipedia article
Old Warden Tunnel nature reserve is a 3.8-hectare (9.4-acre) nature reserve near Old Warden in Bedfordshire. It is managed by the Wildlife Trust for Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Northamptonshire. The site is on top of a disused railway tunnel, Old Warden Tunnel. The site has oak and ash woodland with mature blackthorn and hawthorn bushes, and a steep cutting with grassland and scrub. Flowers include dwarf thistle and pyramidal orchid, and the scrub provides nesting sites for birds. There is access by a track from Southill Road.
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- Coordinates
- 52.0889, -0.3762
- District
- Central Bedfordshire
- Parish
- Old Warden
- Postcode
- SG18 9LU
- Parliamentary constituency
- North Bedfordshire
- Phone
- 01234 364213
- Nearest railway station
- Sandy — 7.6 km
- Opening
- Open at all times
- Official site
- www.wildlifebcn.org
Sources
- wikidata: Q24993941 (CC0)
- wikipedia: Old Warden Tunnel nature reserve (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- commons: Trackbed from road bridge looking north towards Old Warden Tunnel - geograph.org.uk - 371609.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Old Warden Tunnel nature reserve?
- Old Warden Tunnel nature reserve is in London, United Kingdom (postcode SG18 9LU), in the parish of Old Warden.
- What is Old Warden Tunnel nature reserve?
- Old Warden Tunnel nature reserve — nature reserve in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Old Warden Tunnel nature reserve?
- The nearest railway station is Sandy, about 7.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode SG18 9LU.
- Who runs Old Warden Tunnel nature reserve?
- Old Warden Tunnel nature reserve is operated by Wildlife Trust for Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Northamptonshire.
- Is Old Warden Tunnel nature reserve free to visit?
- Yes, Old Warden Tunnel nature reserve is free to enter.
- How do I get to Old Warden Tunnel nature reserve?
- The nearest railway station is Sandy, about 7.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SG18 9LU.
- Are dogs allowed at Old Warden Tunnel nature reserve?
- Most wildlife reserves allow dogs on lead only, with restrictions during ground-nesting bird season (March-July). Check signage at the reserve.