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Forests & woodlands · East Midlands

Rothwell Gullet

In or near Harrington.

Free admission♿ Wheelchair accessible🐾 Dog-friendly👪 Family-friendly

Rothwell Gullet is a forest or woodland in the United Kingdom.

Rothwell Gullet, forests & woodlands in East Midlands

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–3 h
Nearest railway station
Kettering · 6.9 km
  • Free entry
  • Family-friendly
  • Dog-friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible

About

Rothwell Gullet is a named forest, woodland or nature reserve in the United Kingdom. Wheelchair accessible (per OpenStreetMap). Coordinates: 52.4273°, -0.8173°.

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Official information

Rothwell Gullet is an old ironstone quarry that features a variety of natural habitats including woodlands, grasslands, and a rich diversity of fungi and flora. Visitors can explore the winding paths and enjoy the unique rock walls adorned with ferns and other plants.

From the Wikipedia article

Rothwell Gullet (grid reference SP806818) is a 1.6-hectare (4.0-acre) nature reserve near Rothwell, Northamptonshire. It is owned and managed by the Wildlife Trust for Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Northamptonshire. The reserve is composed of an old ironstone quarry and a grassland area. It is well known for the swathes of hart's-tongue fern that cover the damp bottom of the gullet.

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Coordinates
52.4273, -0.8173
Parish
Rothwell
Postcode
NN14 6GB
Parliamentary constituency
Kettering
Phone
01604 405285
Nearest railway station
Kettering6.9 km
Opening
Open at all times
Official site
www.wildlifebcn.org

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Rothwell Gullet?
Rothwell Gullet is in the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode NN14 6GB), in the parish of Rothwell.
What is Rothwell Gullet?
Rothwell Gullet is a forest or woodland in the United Kingdom.
How do I get to Rothwell Gullet?
The nearest railway station is Kettering, about 6.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode NN14 6GB.
Who owns Rothwell Gullet?
Rothwell Gullet is owned by Wildlife Trust for Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Northamptonshire.
Is Rothwell Gullet free to visit?
Yes, Rothwell Gullet is free to enter.
How do I get to Rothwell Gullet?
The nearest railway station is Kettering, about 6.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NN14 6GB.