The nature reserve is home to a variety of wildlife, including birds, butterflies, dragonflies, and a multitude of insects. Rare species such as marsh tits can also be found thriving at the reserve.
Visitors can enjoy bird watching, butterfly spotting, and exploring the meadows and woodlands. There are also waymarked trails for walking and opportunities to reconnect with nature.
Visitors can support the local wildlife and habitats by getting involved in projects and appeals that aim to protect vulnerable wildlife and improve precious habitats. Donations and volunteering are also ways to contribute to the conservation efforts.
The best times to visit the nature reserve are in summer for butterflies and dragonflies, spring for breeding birds and a great dawn chorus, winter for frosty mornings, and autumn for leaf colors and fungi spotting.
Visitors can access the nature reserve by car via the M27 and following specific directions to Swanwick Lane. Public transport options include a 30-minute walk from Swanwick station or taking a bus that stops at either end of Swanwick Lane.