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FENN WASHLAND

5 ha
BirdsWildlifePlay
Public accessFree entryDogs welcome5 ha

Visiting this summer

Seasonal nature notes and what to look for now

  • 🌞Midsummer — early morning visits most comfortable; look for deer fawns in quieter clearings
  • ☀️Summer family visits work well here — arrive early and plan for a longer stay
  • 🛝Playground 260m away — built-in entertainment for younger visitors alongside the wider site

Good to know

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

Best for

8 activities

Bird watching

Nature reserve

Free

Wildlife

Nature reserve

Free

Playgrounds

playground, parking

Free

Family friendly

playground

Free

Dog walks

Dogs allowed — nature reserve

Free

Forest walks

Nature reserve

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

About this nature reserve

Fenn Washland is a 5-hectare Local Nature Reserve located in Chelmsford, Eastern England. Visitors can find a diverse wetland habitat supporting various bird species, including waterfowl, along with walking paths for leisurely exploration.

Wildlife to spot

Photos

South Woodham Ferrers: Fenn Creek

South Woodham Ferrers: Fenn Creek

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