Hanningfield Reservoir - Walk 2

Walk Summary

If you have more time, then this second route is a glorious longer adventure around the wonderful woodlands alongside Hanningfield Reservoir.

You'll enjoy the gorgeous woodland tracks as well as the numerous hides giving you sheltered access to the reservoir's abundant wildlife.

If you really want to make a day of it, there is a lovely lakeside restaurant half way around the walk.

As this is a Site of Special Scientific Interest and a wildlife area, dogs are not allowed on the site (apart from guide dogs).

Refreshments:
Hanningfield Reservoir Visitor Centre
Cafe on the Water, Hanningfield Reservoir

Parking Information

Free parking at start. The car park is usually locked at 4pm/5pm. Check cafe for closing times.
Grid Ref: 51.646309,0.492161

Distance

5 km

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