© Jon Hawkins
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
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Size
37 hectares
Entry fee
Free accessGrazing animals
Yes - cattle and sheepAccess
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 timesBest time to visit
April to AugustAbout 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.
Habitat
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Environmental designation
Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI)