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Walking in the wild.


One of our local communities hidden treasures is located just a short walk from the top end of Cadishead and Hollins green. Rixton Claypits is a former clay extraction site but in recent years has been managed by Warrington Borough Council and allowed to return to its original nature. Surprisingly the nature reserve is very large, 37 acres in fact, and is jam-packed with local wildlife from dragonflies, bees, sheep, a number of fish and pond species including the protected species of the Northern Crested Newt. Throughout Rixton Claypits there are a number of environments such as woodland, meadows, open fields and ponds of various sizes. Having such a varied environment encourages not only insects to the area but larger wildlife and birds. The vast changes in scenery do not only make a wonderful home they also make for an invigorating walk and an excellent form of exercise for the whole family. Walking through the nature reserve it is very easy to forget about town life making it a perfect place to unwind, spending time on self-care or quality time with the kids, just remember being in such natural environments, not all the paths are suitable for pushchairs and can be a little uneven. There are many paths around the reserve and after 10 years of visiting there are still new areas

and routes I come across still. There are two car parks used to enter the Claypits, one by Chapel Lane and one used by the Warrington Anglers Association on Moat Lane. The Rangers hut is used by the employees of Warrington Borough Council who maintain the area, they have informational posters on wildlife, Maps and also a hall where they hold educational talks for schools and small groups as well as practical activities to explore nature such as pond dipping. So if you're heading out over the summer looking for something free, that burns excess energy, get some fresh air and experience nature I highly recommend Rixton Claypits. ​​

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