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The Washlands

The Washlands

An important site in the Upper Nene Valley Gravel Pits Special Protection Area (SPA), popular for viewing water birds and other wildlife.

Address

Northampton Washlands
Northampton
England
NN3 3HJ
United Kingdom

Cost

Free

Opening times

Open year-round.

Parking

There is no specific parking for the Washlands, but visitors could park at Riverside Retail Park, Midsummer Meadow Car Park, or Northampton Active - car parking restrictions and payments may apply. Bike racks are available at Northampton Active, Riverside Retail Park, and Waterside Campus.

Toilets

Public toilets may be available at local businesses.

Seating

There is little to no seating available.

Footpath surfaces

The cycle route connecting the Washlands to Rushmere Road, Riverside Retail Park, and Northampton Active is a tarmac path, while the rest of The Washlands is grassed or gravel.

Street lighting

The cycle route connecting the Washlands to Rushmere Road, Riverside Retail Park, and Northampton Active is street lit. The remainder of The Washlands is not street lit.

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