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College Lake Buckinghamshire

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Site Details

Just outside Bolbourne near Tring. College Lake consists of 40 ha of a disused chalk quarry owned by Castle Cement. Consists of a lake with island and wetland, woodland and grazing. Very good site for butterflies and flowers. Some rare orchids.

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Directions

From the A41 just north of Tring, take the B488 for 2 miles east to Bulbourne. The entrance is 300 metres after the canal bridge.


Access

Belongs to Berks, Bucks and Oxon Wildlife Trust. The reserve is open daily between Tuesday and Sunday from 10:00-17:00 in summer and 10:00-16:00 in winter. It is also open on Bank Holiday Mondays.


Parking

Parking and entry are free, however a donation is requested.


Opening Times

Reserve is open daily between Tuesday and Sunday from 10:00-17:00 in summer and 10:00-16:00 in winter. It is also open on Bank Holiday Mondays


Facilities

Hides and toilets. Visitor Centre with a cafe.


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