Hardwick Wood, Nature reserve in Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom
Hardwick Wood is a protected woodland in Cambridgeshire covering around 15.5 hectares of mixed forest. Ash trees, field maple, and pedunculate oak form the main canopy, with hazel and hawthorn creating a dense understorey.
This woodland has medieval origins and received official protection as a Site of Special Scientific Interest in 1984. This designation marked a formal commitment to preserving its ecological value.
The woodland is managed by the Wildlife Trust using traditional methods that support the forest's health. These conservation practices shape how the reserve looks and functions as a living ecosystem.
Access to the woodland is via established footpaths that start from the village of Hardwick and are straightforward to follow. The visit is most enjoyable when the ground is dry and weather conditions are fair.
The woodland floor hosts uncommon plants including early-purple orchid and yellow archangel that thrive in these conditions. These plants attract nesting birds such as willow warblers and marsh tits that depend on this habitat.
GPS coordinates: 52.19990,-0.02009
Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:11
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