Parndon Woods Nature Reserve

Walks, England, Essex, Harlow

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  • You can park in the free car park just along from the entrance. Head into the reserve, checking the info board and map as we enter.

    Step 1: You can park in the free car park just along from the entrance. Head into the reserve, checking the info board and map as we enter.

  • Step 2: If you choose to arrive at the start of the walk by public transport, buses stop on nearby Paringdon Road.

  • Head down the main path, passing the cafe and toilets on the left.

    Step 3: Head down the main path, passing the cafe and toilets on the left.

  • Follow the signs for the main trail which goes off to the left.

    Step 4: Follow the signs for the main trail which goes off to the left.

  • Straight away we find this really impressive bug hotel!

    Step 5: Straight away we find this really impressive bug hotel!

  • There are plenty of benches and seats throughout the trail to stop and rest and enjoy the wildlife.

    Step 6: There are plenty of benches and seats throughout the trail to stop and rest and enjoy the wildlife.

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