Hanningfield Reservoir Nature Reserve
Nestled into a serene woodland setting, with nature trails, bird hides and wonderful panoramic views over the 870 acre reservoir.
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Hanningfield Reservoir Nature Discovery Park
Tucked away in peaceful woodland with stunning reservoir views, the centre boasts a nature-inspired gift shop and a welcoming café serving hot and cold refreshments.
Celebrating Abberton Reservoir's history
Visit Essex has awarded Abberton Reservoir a blue plaque to commemorate the site as the location where the bouncing bomb was tested during World War II. Learn more about the history of this…
Hanningfield Reservoir Nature Discovery Centre venue hire
Book meeting room for up to 30 people with great facilities and free parking, ideal for workshops and training near Chelmsford and Basildon.
Improved accessibility at Hanningfield Reservoir Nature Discovery Park
New accessible facilities will help more people experience the benefits of nature at one of Essex’s most loved nature reserves.
White storks stop by Abberton Reservoir
Six white storks that are part of a re-introduction programme in Sussex spent the day on the reservoir outside of Colchester.
Abberton Reservoir Nature Discovery Park
Outstanding wetland site with a café offering light bites, hot and cold drinks, nature themed gift shop, and stunning reservoir views.
Abberton Reservoir nature reserve
A globally important wetland site, crucial for wildfowl, with 40,000 ducks, swans and geese visiting each year.
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Hanningfield events
Connect with nature at Hanningfield Reservoir Nature Discovery Centre
Local Wildlife Sites
Local Wildlife Sites are areas of land that are especially important for their wildlife. They are some of our most valuable wildlife areas.