About the reserve
This hidden gem is nestled within the roads, railway and houses of Ashford Town. A sprawling area with gigantic trees, sandy cliff faces and ponds teeming with frogs. Previous incarnations of this nature reserve have included deer park, military ranges and sand quarry, all of which have left their mark on this fascinating landscape. Woodpeckers, nuthatches and tree creepers abound, whilst the banks of bluebells in Spring can be truly spectacular. You may spot our elusive herd of Highland Cattle that graze here in the summer - their munching creating gaps for sun loving insects and plants.
Kent Wildlife Trust is working with the owners, Ashford Borough Council for the long-term future of this nature reserve.
Volunteering
Volunteer work parties take place at Ashford Warren & Hoads Wood on Tuesdays and Thursdays undertaking habitat management. Be aware that essential management can sometimes be noisy and if you are concerned it may disturb your visit consider visiting on a different day. If you would like to get involved, please visit our volunteering page.
Contact Us
If you need to get in touch regarding Ashford Warren & Hoads Wood, for any reason, please contact:
Ian Rickards
Contact number: 01622 662012
Contact email: [email protected]
Environmental designation
- Local Wildlife Site (LWS)