A tranquil riverside nature reserve along the River Stour.  

Merley Hall Farm is an area of open grassland and woodland, with mown paths through the grassland and unmade paths through the woodland. 

The grassland has far-reaching views over the river and open farmland. 

Entrance 

There are entrances to Merley Hall Farm on Willet Road and from the Merley Ways play area. The nearest postcode is BH21 1QP. 

Parking 

There’s limited parking on Willett Road and other roads near the reserve. 

Dogs 

Dogs must be on a short lead when livestock is near and during the bird breeding season from 1 March to 31 July. At other times dogs must be under close control.   

Habitat 

Mixed deciduous woodland and grassland.