South Walsham Fen

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South Walsham Fen
TypeLocal Nature Reserve
LocationSouth Walsham, Norfolk
OS grid TG 350 127
Area1.4 hectares (3.5 acres)
Managed byNorfolk County Council

South Walsham Fen is a 1.4-hectare (3.5-acre) Local Nature Reserve west of South Walsham in Norfolk. It is owned and managed by Norfolk County Council. [1] [2]

This nature reserve has semi-improved grassland and species-rich hedges which mark an ancient track. There are also areas of bracken [1] and ancient woodland. [3]

There is public access to the site.

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References

  1. 1 2 "South Walsham Fen". Local Nature Reserves. Natural England. Retrieved 6 July 2018.
  2. "Map of South Walsham Fen". Local Nature Reserves. Natural England. Retrieved 6 July 2018.
  3. "The Stables - South Walsham: Species and Biodiversity Report" (PDF). Oakes Environmental. Retrieved 6 July 2018.

Coordinates: 52°39′40″N1°28′26″E / 52.661°N 1.474°E / 52.661; 1.474