Hagg Lane (Idle Washlands)
Excellent birdwatching site with good examples of wet grassland which attracts large numbers of wintering and passage waterfowl.
Location
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Dogs
When to visit
Opening times
The reserve is not open to the public but birdwatchers can obtain very good views looking west onto Newington East from the adjacent rough track known as Hagg Lane.Best time to visit
Winter and migration.About the reserve
The Hagg Lane (Idle Washlands) nature reserve is part of the River Idle Washlands SSSI. The site comprises good examples of wet grassland and attracts large numbers of wintering and passage waterfowl. Additional interest is provided by the breeding bird community which includes avocet, redshank and lapwing.