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Compass Gardens

8 ha

Plan your visit

BirdsWildlifeInsects
Public accessFree entryDogs welcome8 ha

Visiting this summer

Seasonal nature notes and what to look for now

  • 🐦86+ species recorded in this area — summer evenings are best for activity; watch for Black-headed Gull and Carrion Crow
  • 🐕Early mornings are best for dog walks in summer — visit before 9am to avoid the heat and find quieter trails
  • 🅿️Tylers Ride 72m away — 6 car parks within reach

Good to know

  • £Free to visit — no entry charge
  • 🐕Dogs welcome
Parking

Best for

7 activities

Bird watching

Birds — Black-headed Gull, Carrion Crow, Woodpigeon +83 more · last seen 2026

Free

Wildlife

Birds — Black-headed Gull, Carrion Crow, Woodpigeon +83 more · last seen 2026

Free

Insect spotting

Insects — Common Darter, Peacock, 7-spot Ladybird +50 more · last seen 2026

Free

Dog walks

Dogs allowed with public access

Free

Family friendly

Urban park — family destination

Free

Picnic day out

Urban park — open green space

Free

Trails nearby

Within roughly 5 km
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Walking

1 signed route nearby · 8 public paths nearby

Signed route nearbyPublic paths
St Peter's WayWalking route66 km
Named routeLength 66 kmRegional walking route
Clements Green Lanepublic footpath · 48 m
Public pathpublic footpathLength 48 mSurface asphaltPath type: cycleway

Wildlife to spot

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