Warnham Local Nature Reserve - Horsham

Road T. T.

Fantastic place, well beyond what I expected and what is advertised. Starting from the free parking, the excellent facilities right through to the cafe and visitor centre. Then on into the reserve which is unbelievably well managed. Species identification signs everywhere, clear paths, solid and sturdy well built bridges and hides. What you see bird wise is luck of the draw, but I don't think anyone will be disappointed. As for insects and plants, well that's another thing entirely. All I suggest is bring a camera and have fun!

Garry M.

Good facilities and always well filled feeders to attract the smaller birds. Not much variety of waterfowl compared to some sites. Could do with more of an area for waders and margin loving birds.

Paul R.

Highly recommend this nature reserve has a tea room, and an information centre, with plenty of parking.
There is always a whiteboard with all the recent sightings listed.
So much opportunity to see different birds close up in the various hides, it has a large lake, and paths through the woods with wooden walkways across wet areas.
It's £4 per person or you can buy an annual pass.

Steve B.

Lovely nature reserve which is constantly being updated and improved. A huge variety of water birds plus other small birds. Trail is well set out, is wheelchair friendly and has a small coffee shop & outside seating. Several hides and plenty of other benches & seating around the reserve. A peaceful haven in a busy world

Lisa D.

What a fantastic place! Great for all ages and in all weather's. We visited on a hot sunny day as a family. There is plenty of parking (2 disabled spots). As you enter there is a gorgeous little pond that was teeming with frogs. Great for the little members of the family to spot dragon flies, tadpoles, frogs etc. The entrance area had drinks and snacks and a seating area. You can buy guide books for the various things you'll spot walking around. The reserve itself is quite accessible although you may struggle if it's been raining. It's very quiet and peaceful. Our only issue was a lack of maps or signposting. I would have suggested they do colour coded walks so you can see what sort of distances are involved. We stopped as we weren't sure how far we had gotten or how to get back. There isn't any Internet so you can't look it up. We had explained at the entrance it was our first time visiting and they simply said its signposted. Unfortunately the sign posts aren't much use unless you know exactly where the hides or dipping ponds are fir example , or how far you've got left. It's probably not a problem unless you are disabled or have limited mobility. There are lots of information boards dotted around so I'm sure a map could be added.

Leanne M.

A beautiful space that we are so lucky to have so close by. There's always something new to see on each visit. The grounds are so well kept, staff are friendly and everything is well signposted. Very fair price entry too.

Only negative is the abundance of camera set ups in the hides. Whilst I appreciate everyone has the same right to the reserve, it's such a shame that on every visit there's at least half of the hides we can't sit in because the entire window space is edge to edge with huge camera set ups designed to be there all day. It would be nice to have some kind of system where maybe a few benches in each hide could be short stops only or something to give everyone a chance.

It does make me reluctant to return each time since it's a good walk away to essentially have the "best bits" inaccessible.

Geoff P.

Fabulous place for a walk and great for bird watching. Big car park and a great little cafe serving tea and coffee. Well worth a visit

Tom E.

What a lovely pocket of nature not far from town!
Well maintained and friendly staff, perfect for a stroll on a sunny day with plenty of wildlife to see!
Never too busy so its nice for a break from the hustle and bustle of daily life.
Will definitely be back and likely picking up membership to support them.