Wildlife reserves · London
Oughtonhead Nature Reserve
Oughtonhead Nature Reserve — Nature Reserve in Hitchin, Hertfordshire.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 2 h–4 h
- Best time of year
- Autumn & winter (migration & wildfowl)
- Nearest railway station
- Hitchin · 2.6 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Oughtonhead Nature Reserve is a wildlife reserve in the United Kingdom. Wikidata describes it as: "Nature Reserve in Hitchin, Hertfordshire". Coordinates: 51.9602°, -0.2994°.
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Place summary
Oughtonhead Nature Reserve is a wildlife reserve located in North Hertfordshire, London. The site is notable for its diverse habitats and rich biodiversity, providing a habitat for various species. It is situated in an unparished area, making it a unique feature within its county.
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- Coordinates
- 51.9602, -0.2994
- County
- Hertfordshire
- District
- North Hertfordshire
- Parish
- North Hertfordshire, unparished area
- Postcode
- SG5 2RL
- Parliamentary constituency
- Hitchin
- Nearest railway station
- Hitchin — 2.6 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q20878191 (CC0)
- wikipedia: Oughtonhead Nature Reserve (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- commons: Oughtonhead Nature Reserve 2.JPG (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Oughtonhead Nature Reserve?
- Oughtonhead Nature Reserve is in Hertfordshire, London, United Kingdom (postcode SG5 2RL), in the parish of North Hertfordshire, unparished area.
- Is Oughtonhead Nature Reserve free to visit?
- Yes, Oughtonhead Nature Reserve is free to enter.
- How do I get to Oughtonhead Nature Reserve?
- The nearest railway station is Hitchin, about 2.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SG5 2RL.
- Are dogs allowed at Oughtonhead Nature Reserve?
- Most wildlife reserves allow dogs on lead only, with restrictions during ground-nesting bird season (March-July). Check signage at the reserve.