Beckford Nature Reserve
Explore the Beckford Nature Reserve on this easy walk in the Worcestershire village of Beckford.
The reserve lies just north of the village and includes a pleasant path around a lake. There's lots of wildlife to see including greylag goose and wigeon.
There's also some peaceful woodland paths with pretty bluebells in the spring.
After exploring the reserve head south to enjoy a stroll around the pretty village where there's a Georgian House and a fine old church.
To continue your walking in the area head north to climb to the popular viewpoint on Bredon Hill. There are some fabulous views over the Cotswolds from this splendid vantage point.
Postcode
GL20 7AE - Please note: Postcode may be approximate for some rural locationsBeckford Nature Reserve Ordnance Survey Map 
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Walks near Beckford
- Kemerton - This Worcestershire village lies on the edge of the Cotswolds and the southern slopes of Bredon Hill
- Ashton Under Hill - This attractive Worcestershire based village is in a great location for countryside walking
- Bredon Hill - Climb to the 299 m (981 ft) summit of this hill in the Cotswolds and enjoy fine views over the surrounding countryside
- Elmley Castle - This little village is generally agreed to be one of the prettiest in Worcestershire
- Wychavon Way - Follow the Wychavon Way through the Worcestershire countryside on this splendid 40 mile walk.
The walk begins at the town of Droitwch Spa, where you can pick up the waymarked trail just to the east of the town centre and train station - Pershore - This circular walk from the market town of Pershore visits some of the highlights of the area
- Tiddesley Wood - This walk explores the ancient woodland in Tiddesley Wood in Pershore
- Croome Court - Explore the extensive landscaped parkland surrounding this mid 18th century Neo-Palladian mansion near Pershore.
- Evesham Country Park - Enjoy an easy circular walk around this pretty country park located just to the north of Evesham
- Tewkesbury - This riverside circular walk explore the town of Tewkesbury in Gloucestershire
- Twyning - A circular walk around the Gloucestershire village of Twyning, visiting the River Avon and the River Severn
- Hanley Swan - This Worcestershire based village is located in a pleasant rural spot in the Malvern Hills area of the county
- Upton Upon Severn - This small town in Worcestershire is ideally positioned for river and country walks
- Evesham - This historic market town is located in Worcestershire, on the River Avon.
Pubs/Cafes
In the village head to the Old Post Office Shop where there's a lovely cafe garden to relax in. It's a very attractive place with carefully manicured lawns, charming benches and the sound of trickling water from the small pond. They serve a good range of sandwiches with locally sourced ingredients. You can find them on the Main Street at postcode GL20 7AD.
Further Information and Other Local Ideas
Just to the west is neighbouring Kemerton where there are two more wildlife rich nature reserves to explore. The village is also very pretty with the 16th century Kemerton Court and a Grade II listed church to see as well.
Photos
Beckford Nature Reserve
Ornamental pond at Beckford
Rupert Ellis hide in Beckford Nature Reserve
Beckford church
Beckford Stores in the village.
Beckford scene. A three-storey house next to the ornate gateway arch, with the church tower behind.