Wildlife reserves · South West England
The Park & Poor's Allotment Nature Reserve
In or near St Briavels.
The Park & Poor's Allotment Nature Reserve — Gloucestershire 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
- Chepstow · 5.9 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
The Park & Poor's Allotment Nature Reserve is a nature reserve in Gloucestershire, South Wales. Operated by Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust. The site is within the Wye Valley National Landscape (AONB), and is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest. It sits within the Forest of Dean parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Chepstow, about 5.9 km away. Postcode area NP16.
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Official information
The Park and Poor's Allotment Nature Reserve features diverse habitats including heathland and wet woodland, supporting a variety of wildlife. Visitors can enjoy walking trails that offer views of the River Severn and opportunities for birdwatching and exploring the natural landscape.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Wye SSSI
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Severn Estuary SSSI
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Poor's Allotment SSSI
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Wye Valley
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Park & Poor's Allotment Nature Reserve is a wildlife reserve located in Tidenham, Gloucestershire, South Wales. It is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) for the River Wye, Severn Estuary, and Poor's Allotment, highlighting its ecological significance. The reserve is operated by the Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust.
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- Coordinates
- 51.6898, -2.6408
- County
- Gloucestershire
- District
- Forest of Dean
- Parish
- Tidenham
- Postcode
- NP16 7JR
- Parliamentary constituency
- Forest of Dean
- Nearest railway station
- Chepstow — 5.9 km
- Opening
- Open access throughout the year
- Official site
- www.gloucestershirewildlifetrust.co.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q55283428 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Park & Poor's Allotment Nature Reserve?
- The Park & Poor's Allotment Nature Reserve is in Gloucestershire, South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode NP16 7JR), in the parish of Tidenham.
- What is The Park & Poor's Allotment Nature Reserve?
- The Park & Poor's Allotment Nature Reserve — Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust Nature Reserve.
- How do I get to The Park & Poor's Allotment Nature Reserve?
- The nearest railway station is Chepstow, about 5.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode NP16 7JR.
- Who runs The Park & Poor's Allotment Nature Reserve?
- The Park & Poor's Allotment Nature Reserve is operated by Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust.
- Is The Park & Poor's Allotment Nature Reserve a protected site?
- Yes — The Park & Poor's Allotment Nature Reserve is part of the River Wye SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Severn Estuary SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- Is The Park & Poor's Allotment Nature Reserve free to visit?
- Yes, The Park & Poor's Allotment Nature Reserve is free to enter.
- How do I get to The Park & Poor's Allotment Nature Reserve?
- The nearest railway station is Chepstow, about 5.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NP16 7JR.
- Are dogs allowed at The Park & Poor's Allotment Nature Reserve?
- Most wildlife reserves allow dogs on lead only, with restrictions during ground-nesting bird season (March-July). Check signage at the reserve.