Stanford Warren

Stanford Warren
Type	Nature reserve
Location	Stanford-le-Hope, Essex
OS grid	TQ 687 812
Area	16.6 hectares
Managed by	Essex Wildlife Trust

Stanford Warren is a 16.6-hectare (41-acre) nature reserve south of Stanford-le-Hope in Essex. It is managed by the Essex Wildlife Trust.[1]

This former gravel quarry is bisected by the River Hassenbrook. It has one of the largest reedbeds in the county, together with rough grassland and marshes. The bird life is diverse, including water rails, grey wagtails and bearded tits.[1]

There is access from Mucking Wharf Road.[1]

References

1. "Stanford Warren". Essex Wildlife Trust. Retrieved 11 November 2016.

51.505°N 0.429°E / 51.505; 0.429