# Fingringhoe Wick Nature Reserve — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Explore scenic waterside pathways and spot wildlife from dedicated hides at this accessible Essex nature reserve, perfect for family walks with picnic spots and full facilities including a café. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/fingringhoe/attractions/fingringhoe-wick-nature-reserve (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Nature Preserve # Fingringhoe Wick Nature Reserve South Green Road [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=13340420546756088595&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Essex Wildlife Trust Fingringhoe Wick Nature Discovery Park](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/104957066666888700794) **In short:** Fingringhoe Wick Nature Reserve is a nature preserve in Fingringhoe, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 813 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Fingringhoe Wick Nature Reserve Explore scenic waterside pathways and spot wildlife from dedicated hides at this accessible Essex nature reserve, perfect for family walks with picnic spots and full facilities including a café. ## What's nearby - Kingfisher Bird Hide 500m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Free car park - ✓Free street ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance ### Payment - ✓Credit cards - ✓Debit cards - ✓Contactless Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Opening hours **Monday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Tuesday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Wednesday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Thursday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Friday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Saturday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Sunday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [David](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/115931722129085937241/reviews) ★★★★★ Massive site, with easily walkable gravel paths, well kept hides and lots of seating. You'll need most of the day to spend time in every section and explore the new flooded marshes, so allow plenty of time because it closed dead on 5pm. Grab a map at the centre and follow their paths between numbered posts. Some bits of the site are steep and uneven, so maybe speak with the helpful volunteers if you need to avoid them. We rushed there on a Saturday afternoon, arrived just before 4pm and only then learnt that the site fully closes at 5pm - "We lock the gate at the end of the drive at 5pm". It's perfectly fair, they run a delicate and well managed site that needs to be staffed at all times. We'll know better next time, and will proudly reply "yes! we've been here before" at the visitor centre. · via Google [Shannon](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/103484655031073643460/reviews) ★★★★★ Lovely relaxing place, the only sound is nature. Can easily spend a day here. Staff and volunteers are excellent and very accommodating. · via Google [kevin bayford](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/116629985226738833431/reviews) ★★★★★ Lovely site, plenty of different walks and hides. So much to see if you are lucky or hear, · via Google [Judith Hope](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/101067364435661330092/reviews) ★★★★★ This is a lovely place with lots of wildflowers and very noisy birds. We heard a nightingale and saw a blackcap. Nice cafe and good facilities. We will return. · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x47d91aa44a0cadc9:0xb922b1ce83b81313!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Visitors say this nature reserve offers a wide variety of wildlife habitats, well-kept bird hides, and clearly marked walking trails suitable for all abilities. They also highlight the delicious coffee and food available at the cafe, along with the spotless and modern toilet facilities. Guests mention the staff and volunteers are friendly, helpful, and provide excellent guidance. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** South Green Road, Fingringhoe, Colchester, CO5 7DN [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=51.8343532%2C0.9715341) **Category** Parks & Play Areas **Guest rating** 4.7 / 5 (813 reviews) **Suitable for** All Ages **Setting** Outdoor **Good for children** Yes **Destination** Fingringhoe [More attractions in Fingringhoe](https://staycation.co.uk/fingringhoe/attractions) ★ 4.7 (813 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.essexwt.org.uk/reserves/fingringhoe-wick?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01206 729678](tel:01206729678) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Fingringhoe **Postcode** CO5 7DN **Payment** Cards, Contactless **Plus Code** 9F32RXMC+PJ [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x47d91aa44a0cadc9:0xb922b1ce83b81313!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x47d91aa44a0cadc9:0xb922b1ce83b81313!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x47d91aa44a0cadc9:0xb922b1ce83b81313!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Fingringhoe Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Fingringhoe Wick Nature Reserve suits all ages. ### Is Fingringhoe Wick Nature Reserve wheelchair accessible? Fingringhoe Wick Nature Reserve has a wheelchair-accessible entrance. ### Is there parking at Fingringhoe Wick Nature Reserve? Yes: free car park and free street parking. ### How do I contact Fingringhoe Wick Nature Reserve? 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