Barrow Hill Local Nature Reserve, Nature reserve in Pensnett, England
The 27-acre reserve contains grasslands, woodlands, and wetlands that support various species of plants and animals throughout the changing seasons.
The site features remnants of a volcanic intrusion formed 315 million years ago during the Carboniferous period, with evidence of Bronze Age burial chambers.
The nature reserve maintains geological displays and information boards that detail the volcanic past and formation processes of the Black Country region.
Visitors can access the reserve through Vicarage Lane near St Marks Church and Russells Hall Hospital, with designated parking areas available.
The exposed rock faces at Barrow Hill reveal hexagonal pillars formed during magma cooling, making it the sole example of surface volcanic activity in the Black Country.
Location: Pensnett
GPS coordinates: 52.50600,-2.12600
Latest update: March 8, 2025 17:52
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