Nature Reserves in Sussex
We look after over 30 nature reserves across Sussex. These sites cover over 1800 hectares (4500 acres) and are some of the best places to see wildlife in Sussex.
Help us continue to look after these wild places, and the wildlife that lives there, by joining Sussex Wildlife Trust. Membership starts from as little as £2.50 / month. Click here to join online it's quick and easy!
Use the Google Map below to discover the wild places of Sussex, including directions. Use the controls to zoom and move around the map. Click of the placemarkers to find out more about each nature reserve or follow the named links.
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Sussex Wildlife Trust has applied to the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs for consent under section 38 of the Commons Act 2006 to carry out restricted works on Graffham Common. The Planning Inspectorate ...
Why is the water so low? We drained the pond in January for essential maintenance and have kept the water low since then, so that we can ensure all the fish have been removed. Why have ...
The closing date for consultation on management of Graffham Common Nature Reserve has now passed. We are pleased to say that we had wide support for plans to restore the heath. We also plan to manage the ...
We have launched a free App, for iPhone and Android smartphones – a multimedia mobile trail guide – the Sussex Wildlife Trust Explorer. Woods Mill is the first nature reserve to be featured, with trail guides around ...
Bluebells are an iconic species in Sussex and the sight of them carpeting the woodland floor is a sure sign Spring is really here. Where to see bluebells on Sussex Wildlife Trust nature reserves East ...
We welcome visitors to our nature reserves and operate a policy of open access wherever possible. There are a few exceptions, however, where we need conserve particularly sensitive wildlife or where access can only be gained through other land ...
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Why do we need nature reserves?
How do we manage nature reserves?
