Romney Marsh overview
O.S Map 189 TR 078261 : Romney Marsh LNR: Nr New Romney (on A259)
Nature Reserve
Set in 11 hectares, this newly designated Local Nature Reserve harbours unspoiled dune grassland, willow scrub and wildlife-rich ponds. As an SSSI it is a nationally important site for great crested newts. Species of special interest include great diving beetles, small red-eyed damselfly and tree sparrow, along with a number of acid grassland plants.
Visitor Centre
This award winning eco-built straw-bale constructed Centre has dramatic displays about the Marsh and its heritage as well as demonstrating ways to reduce your impact on the environment. There are toilets, hot drinks, a gift shop and a wide range of tourist information. There are regular family events and booked groups are welcome.
Opening Times
November 2008 to 2 April 2009 Friday to Monday inclusive10am-4pm
3 April 2009 to end October 2009 Friday to Tuesday inclusive 10am-4.30pm
Christmas closed from 23 December 2008 reopens 2 January 2009
Key site
Nationally important site for its resident great crested newts. A key site also for pondside invetebrates.
