Wildlife reserves · West Midlands
Stourton Pit
In or near Hagley.
Stourton Pit — nature reserves in south Staffordshire, 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
- Stourbridge Town · 4.0 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Stourton Pit is a wildlife reserve in the United Kingdom. Wikidata describes it as: "nature reserves in south Staffordshire, England". Coordinates: 52.4584°, -2.2006°.
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Official information
Stourton Pit, also known as Dunsley Bank sandpit, is a wildlife area that features diverse habitats and species. Visitors can explore various ecosystems and observe a range of wildlife including birds, insects, and plants.
Place summary
Stourton Pit is a wildlife reserve located in the West Midlands, within Staffordshire's Kinver parish. This area is significant for its ecological diversity and habitat conservation.
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- Coordinates
- 52.4584, -2.2006
- County
- Staffordshire
- District
- South Staffordshire
- Parish
- Kinver
- Postcode
- DY7 6RW
- Parliamentary constituency
- Kingswinford and South Staffordshire
- Nearest railway station
- Stourbridge Town — 4 km
- Official site
- stourtonpit.weebly.com
Sources
- wikidata: Q137885805 (CC0)
- commons: Dunsley Bank Gibbet Wood Sand Pit (50141492177).jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Stourton Pit?
- Stourton Pit is in Staffordshire, the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode DY7 6RW), in the parish of Kinver.
- What is Stourton Pit?
- Stourton Pit — nature reserves in south Staffordshire, England.
- How do I get to Stourton Pit?
- The nearest railway station is Stourbridge Town, about 4.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode DY7 6RW.
- Is Stourton Pit free to visit?
- Yes, Stourton Pit is free to enter.
- How do I get to Stourton Pit?
- The nearest railway station is Stourbridge Town, about 4.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode DY7 6RW.
- Are dogs allowed at Stourton Pit?
- Most wildlife reserves allow dogs on lead only, with restrictions during ground-nesting bird season (March-July). Check signage at the reserve.