Wildlife reserves · East of England
Stanford Warren
In or near Little Burstead.
Stanford Warren — Essex Wildlife Trust Nature reserve.

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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 2 h–4 h
- Best time of year
- Autumn & winter (migration & wildfowl)
- Nearest railway station
- Stanford-le-Hope · 1.1 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit Stanford Warren, the nearest railway station is Stanford-le-Hope, located 1.1 km away. Entry to the wildlife reserve is free, but wheelchair accessibility is limited. The postcode for sat-nav is SS17 0RN.
About
Stanford Warren is a wildlife reserve in the United Kingdom. It covers approximately 17 km². Managed by Essex Wildlife Trust. Wikidata describes it as: "Essex Wildlife Trust Nature reserve". Coordinates: 51.5050°, 0.4290°.
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Summary from the official site
Stanford Warren Nature Reserve is a Thameside habitat featuring one of Essex's largest reedbeds. Visitors can enjoy birdwatching, particularly during spring and summer when various species, including the cuckoo, are active. The reserve also supports a range of wildlife, including reptiles and elusive birds like the water rail.
Read more on the official property page.
From the Wikipedia article
Stanford Warren is a 16.6-hectare (41-acre) nature reserve south of Stanford-le-Hope in Essex. It is managed by the Essex Wildlife Trust. This former gravel quarry is bisected by the River Hassenbrook. It has one of the largest reedbeds in the county, together with rough grassland and marshes. The bird life is diverse, including water rails, grey wagtails and bearded tits. There is access from Mucking Wharf Road.
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- Coordinates
- 51.5050, 0.4290
- District
- Thurrock
- Parish
- Thurrock, unparished area
- Postcode
- SS17 0RN
- Parliamentary constituency
- South Basildon and East Thurrock
- Nearest railway station
- Stanford-le-Hope — 1.1 km
- Opening
- Accessible at all times
- Official site
- www.essexwt.org.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q28405090 (CC0)
- wikipedia: Stanford Warren (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- commons: Stanford Warren SSSI - geograph.org.uk - 219699.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Stanford Warren?
- Stanford Warren is in London, United Kingdom (postcode SS17 0RN), in the parish of Thurrock, unparished area.
- What is Stanford Warren?
- Stanford Warren — Essex Wildlife Trust Nature reserve.
- How do I get to Stanford Warren?
- The nearest railway station is Stanford-le-Hope, about 1.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode SS17 0RN.
- Who runs Stanford Warren?
- Stanford Warren is operated by Essex Wildlife Trust.
- Is Stanford Warren free to visit?
- Yes, Stanford Warren is free to enter.
- How do I get to Stanford Warren?
- The nearest railway station is Stanford-le-Hope, about 1.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SS17 0RN.
- Are dogs allowed at Stanford Warren?
- Most wildlife reserves allow dogs on lead only, with restrictions during ground-nesting bird season (March-July). Check signage at the reserve.