Nature reserves, parks &amp; green spaces in Plymouth

Leigham Wood

Broadleaved· 40 ha

Ham Wood

Broadleaved· 37 ha

HAM WOODS

Ham Woods is a 36-hectare Local Nature Reserve in Plymouth, South West England. The site consists of ancient woodlands, which are home to diverse flora and fauna, offering trails for walking and wildlife watching.

Nature reserve· 36 ha

SEATON AND LOWER BIRCHAM

Seaton and Lower Bircham is a 33-hectare Local Nature Reserve located in Plymouth, South West England. Visitors can explore a mix of coastal grassland and woodlands, where they may encounter diverse bird species and butterflies along various walking trails.

Nature reserve· 33 ha

Holt Wood

Broadleaved· 33 ha

Plymouth Hoe

Urban park· 31 ha

Tothill Park

Urban park· 30 ha

Devonport Park

Urban park· 30 ha

WOODLAND WOOD VALLEY

Woodland Wood Valley is a 30-hectare local nature reserve in Plymouth, South West, England. The site offers natural wooded areas and streams, attracting a variety of birds, butterflies, and other wildlife, making it suitable for walking and exploring the natural landscape.

Nature reserve· 30 ha

Efford Warren

Broadleaved· 28 ha

FORDER VALLEY

Forder Valley is a 28-hectare Local Nature Reserve in Plymouth, South West England. The area is characterized by its diverse habitats such as grassland and marsh, where visitors can spot various birds and enjoy walking trails throughout the year.

Nature reserve· 28 ha

Woodland Wood

Broadleaved· 28 ha

Radford Park

Urban park· 26 ha

EFFORD MARSHES

Efford Marshes is a 25-hectare Local Nature Reserve located in Plymouth, South West England. Visitors can explore wetland habitats that attract a variety of birds, including waders and waterfowl, and enjoy walking trails through diverse flora.

Nature reserve· 25 ha

Hardwick Wood

Broadleaved· 24 ha

BIRCHAM VALLEY

Bircham Valley is a Local Nature Reserve spanning 24 hectares in Plymouth, South West England. Its meadows and wooded areas support diverse wildlife, including birds of prey, butterflies, and an array of flora typical of the region.

Nature reserve· 24 ha

CANN WOODS

Cann Woods is a 23-hectare local nature reserve situated in Plymouth, South West, England. This area is characterized by mixed woodland and heathland, supporting wildlife such as deer, birds, and butterflies, along with numerous walking trails for visitors.

Nature reserve· 23 ha

Stonehouse Creek

Urban park· 23 ha

Goodwin Park

Broadleaved· 23 ha

Mainstone Wood

Broadleaved· 22 ha

Saltram

Broadleaved· 22 ha

Victoria Park

Urban park· 21 ha

WHITLEIGH WOOD

Whitleigh Wood is a 20-hectare Local Nature Reserve in Plymouth, South West England. This area features mature woodlands and hedgerows, supporting a range of wildlife including birds, bats, and a variety of plant species.

Nature reserve· 20 ha

Holt Wood - Broadleaved woodland

Broadleaved· 19 ha

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THE HOE

Grade II registered historic park and garden

Historic· 19 ha

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DEVONPORT PARK

Grade II registered historic park and garden

Historic· 16 ha

SOUTHWAY VALLEY

Southway Valley is a 16-hectare Local Nature Reserve situated in Plymouth, South West England. It comprises grassland and woodland areas, providing habitats for bats, birds, and various wildflowers, along with pathways for hikers.

Nature reserve· 16 ha

Budshead Wood

Broadleaved· 15 ha

BUDSHEAD WOOD

Budshead Wood is a Local Nature Reserve of 15 hectares situated in Plymouth, South West England. This wooded area features a network of paths for walking, and it is home to varied wildlife such as birds, mammals, and plants typical of the region.

Nature reserve· 15 ha

Saltram

Broadleaved· 14 ha

Leigham Wood - Broadleaved woodland

Broadleaved· 14 ha

Trefusis Park

Urban park· 13 ha