Snipe Meadow

Riverside wildlife area

Snipe Meadow Pocket Park, situated on the banks of the River Nene north of Oundle Wharf, is a very important site for protecting endangered Snipe and Redshank. The meadow is managed to provide nesting sites for Snipe and to minimise disturbance. Visitors can enjoy the riverside setting and its wildlife, but are asked to keep dogs on short leads and respect the needs of the Snipe, particularly during breeding time (March - August). Snipe Meadow has County Wildlife Site Status and contains true mire.

Access Point
At the bottom of Occupation Road (Off New Road) or St Peter's Road. Snipe Meadow is situated near Oundle Rugby Club.

Suitability
A boardwalk suitable for wheelchair access has been installed.

Special Wildlife
Snipe, Redshank and other wading birds. Barn Owl, Sedge Warbler, Reed Warbler, Reed Bunting. Tufted Sedge (Carex elata), Marsh Marigold, Meadow Rue, Meadowsweet. A wide range of dragonflies and damselflies.

Date Published: 22/06/09