Chiffchaff at Dog House Grove - Richard Nicoll
Doghouse Grove
Once fishing ponds for monks, now a secluded spinney
Location
Wilburton
Ely
Cambridgeshire
CB6 3RN
OS Map Reference
TL 480 745
Know before you go
Size
1 hectare
Entry fee
NoParking information
Park on road on B1049 to Cottenham, just past garden centreGrazing animals
NoWalking trails
Narrow path, slope at entrance, narrow log bridges
Access
Yes
Dogs
On a lead
When to visit
Opening times
Open at all timesBest time to visit
SpringAbout the reserve
This tiny site was once home to a series of fishponds used by local monks. Early last century it was planted with ash trees to be used for their timber, and has developed into a secluded spinney. Visitors can explore the short and winding path amongst the trees and in wetter times of the year will still be able to make out the ponds themselves. In the spring a good display of daffodils betray a little of the site's less-wild heritage and the bright orange berries of lords-and-ladies will last well into the summer.
Contact us
Contact number: 01954 713500
Contact email: cambridgeshire@wildlifebcn.org