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Wildlife reserves · East of England

Stanford Warren

In or near Little Burstead.

Essex Wildlife TrustFree admission♿ Wheelchair: limited🐾 Dog-friendly👪 Family-friendly

Stanford Warren — Essex Wildlife Trust Nature reserve.

Stanford Warren, wildlife reserves in East of England

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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.

Directions on Google Maps →

Visit on essexwt.org.uk

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°.

Photo gallery

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.

Excerpt from Wikipedia under CC BY-SA 4.0. See the source article linked in Sources below.

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-Hope1.1 km
Opening
Accessible at all times
Official site
www.essexwt.org.uk

Sources

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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.