Purwell Meadows is an nature reserve in
Hitchin, Hertfordshire, England. It was declared a
Local Nature Reserve in 1994. It is owned and managed by
North Hertfordshire District Council
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The
River Purwell runs through the meadows: it has been modified to provide power to a
watermill
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which is no longer in operation.
Wildlife includes kingfishers and
water voles.
There is also a football pitch, a basketball court and a junior play area.
There is access from Cambridge Road, Purwell Lane and Willian Road.
See also
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References
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Hitchin
Local Nature Reserves in Hertfordshire
Meadows in Hertfordshire
Protected areas established in 1994