Spalford Warren

A reserve of sand-blown heath, one of the rarest habitats in the county

Location

The reserve (Grid Ref. SK829678) lies to the east of the A1133 Newark-Gainsborough road, almost midway between the minor roads to Girton and Spalford.

Between Newark and Gainsborough

Nottinghamshire

NG23 7HZ

Know before you go

Size

37 hectares

Entry fee

Free access

Grazing animals

Yes - cattle and sheep. The sheep are grazing during September & October 2019. The path is closed during grazing but the rest of the reserve is open.

Access

Access to the reserve is open at all times, visitors are advised to keep to the marked tracks. Contact the Trust for more information.

Dogs

On a lead

When to visit

Opening times

Open at all times

Best time to visit

April to August

About the reserve

The main habitat on this reserve is sand-brown heath, one of the rarest habitats in the county. In addition, there is also some conifer plantation. Specialised sand-land plants include field mouse-ear and shepherd's cress. The fauna includes sand wasps and common lizards, and the bird community is diverse.