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The Commons

The Commons

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13.2 ha nature reserve in the south of Welwyn Garden City

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Park Information

This area lies around the southern boundaries of the QEII Hospital and has a range of habitats inlcuding oak woodland, calcareous fen, meadows, ditches, and ponds. Originally purchased as building land, it is now plays host to a rich diversity of both animal and plant species including slow worms and great crested newts.

Access is via footpaths off The Commons, Howlands and Caponfield in Welwyn Garden City.

On Site Facilities

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How to get here

Parking:

No available parking.

Public Transport Information:

Information on public transport is available here: www.intalink.org.uk and www.nationalrail.co.uk

Cycling:

No designated cycle paths but areas may be cycle friendly.

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