The Marshes | |
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Type | Local Nature Reserve |
Location | Swallowfield, Berkshire |
OS grid | SU 734 633 |
Area | 2.2 hectares (5.4 acres) |
Managed by | Swallowfield Parish Council |
The Marshes is a 2.2-hectare (5.4-acre) Local Nature Reserve south of Swallowfield in Berkshire. It is owned and managed by Swallowfield Parish Council. [1] [2]
The main part of this site is a former horse paddock which was planted with 1400 native shrubs and trees between 2004 and 2008. A pond and boardwalk were constructed in a small area of wet woodland. [3]
There is access from School Road.
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