Sawbridgeworth Marsh Nature Reserve
Lying in the valley of the River Stort these reedbeds become alive during summer - with flowering marsh plants, singing Warblers, an abundance of invertebrates and a chance to see one of the UK’s rarest mammals, the Water Vole
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Dogs
Not a recommended dog walking site due to it being muddy
When to visit
Opening times
Accessible at all timesBest time to visit
April to JulyAbout the reserve
This nature reserve is a great place to see several rare plants that are now only found at a few sites in the county, such as Southern Marsh Orchids, Marsh Willowherb and Marsh Valerian.
Work has been undertaken to open up the numerous ditches, which has allowed Water Voles to successfully establish in them from further up the River Stort.
The surrounding areas of tall sedge and reedbeds provide a valuable nesting habitat for both Reed and Sedge Warblers and an abundance of invertebrate species.
Habitat
Contact us
Essex Wildlife Trust
Contact email: enquiries@essexwt.org.uk