Nature reserves, parks &amp; green spaces in County Durham

Langley Moor

Plantation· 17 ha

Adder Wood

Broadleaved· 17 ha

Snaisgill Plantation

Conifer· 17 ha

Waterhouses Wood

Broadleaved· 17 ha

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Prehistoric settlements and cairnfield, medieval farmsteads, bloomeries and charcoal pits, 840m south of Cronkley on Bracken Rigg

Scheduled Monument

Historic· 17 ha

Love's Wood - Broadleaved woodland

Broadleaved· 17 ha

Redburn Wood - Conifer woodland

Conifer· 16 ha

Howlish Plantation - Conifer woodland

Conifer· 16 ha

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Malvern Field

Urban park· 16 ha

Bath Wood

Broadleaved· 16 ha

Tebb Wood

Broadleaved· 16 ha

Lodge Wood - Conifer woodland

Conifer· 16 ha

Square Wood - Woodland plantation

Plantation· 16 ha

Murton Blue House Covert

Broadleaved· 16 ha

PELAW WOODS

Pelaw Woods encompasses 16 hectares of Local Nature Reserve in County Durham, North East England. This wooded area is rich in biodiversity, with opportunities for visitors to see deer and various woodland birds while walking.

Nature reserve· 16 ha

Sawmill Wood - Conifer woodland

Conifer· 15 ha

Broadleaved woodland near Edmundbyers

Broadleaved· 15 ha

Bleachery Dene

Broadleaved· 15 ha

Ladyclose Wood - Conifer woodland

Conifer· 15 ha

Rickleton Wood

Plantation· 15 ha

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Blackhill & Consett Park

Urban park· 15 ha

Pigeon Plantation - Woodland plantation

Plantation· 15 ha

Frog Wood - Woodland plantation

Plantation· 15 ha

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Prehistoric settlement and associated remains including carved rocks and a stone circle 400m north west of How Tallon Cairn, Barningham Moor

Scheduled Monument

Historic· 15 ha

GREENCROFT HEATH

Greencroft Heath is a Local Nature Reserve spanning 15 hectares in County Durham, North East England. Visitors typically find heathland habitats supporting species such as lizards and various birds, while enjoying walking paths and wildlife observation opportunities.

Nature reserve· 15 ha

Gilesgate Allotments

Broadleaved· 15 ha

BRACKEN HILL WOOD

Bracken Hill Wood is a 15-hectare Local Nature Reserve located in County Durham, North East England. This woodland area is home to diverse flora and fauna, offering opportunities for walking, birdwatching, and experiencing tranquil natural surroundings.

Nature reserve· 15 ha

DEEP DENE

Deep Dene is a 15-hectare Local Nature Reserve in County Durham, North East England. Visitors can find ancient woodlands and diverse wildlife, including various species of birds and butterflies, with trails for walking through the serene landscape.

Nature reserve· 15 ha

Snipegate Wood

Broadleaved· 15 ha

The Stang - Woodland plantation

Plantation· 15 ha

Foxcover Wood

Conifer· 15 ha