Warnham Local Nature Reserve

18/06/2026

10/06/2026

Last night as the Horsham Green Spaces group held their meeting at the Reserve, they were lucky enough to see the beautiful double rainbow over the millpond.

It was captured by our Parks and Countryside Manager, Pete and we couldn't resist sharing the pics to brighten up a Wednesday morning. 🌈💚

03/06/2026

💚 Thank You to Our Incredible Volunteers 💚

This Volunteer Week, we want to send a huge thanks and appreciation to everyone who helps care for our parks and green spaces.

From our regular volunteers and occasional helpers to our corporate groups and behind-the-scenes heroes — we’ve said it before and we’ll say it again, we simply couldn’t do it without you.

We’ve shared just a small snapshot of some of the fantastic work taking place, but to every volunteer: please know that Horsham District is a greener, more vibrant place because of your hard work, dedication and commitment.

Thank you for everything you do 💚

27/05/2026

We and the Friends of Warnham Local Nature Reserve are delighted to announce that the new boardwalk is now open and looking amazing.

It's been a long process and the winter weather was certainly sent to try us, but we would like to say a massive thank you to Gary Collier and his team for their hard work and perseverance.

We will be posting more about the project in the coming weeks, but for now we are just pleased to say it is open for all our visitors to enjoy. 🎉😍

27/05/2026

Attree Hide Closure
Sunday 31 May 2026

Please be aware that the Attree Hide will be closed to the public this Sunday (31st May), while we add in final touches to our brand-new wall mural. 🎨😍

It is taking one extra day – but we can’t wait to share the finished results with you soon, as it looks fab!

The Discovery Hub will remain open throughout and all other hides on the reserve will be open as normal.
If this will affect your visit, please contact the Reserve prior to travel.

13/05/2026

Attree Hide Closure
Thursday 14 - Sunday 17 May 2026

Please be aware that the Attree Hide will be closed to the public from Thursday 14 - Sunday 17 May, while we create our brand new wall mural. 🎨🤩

The finishing touches will then be applied on Wednesday 20th May, when the hide will be closed again.

The Discovery Hub will remain open throughout and all other hides on the reserve will be open as normal.
If this will affect your visit, please contact the Reserve prior to travel.

12/05/2026

We are looking for an Assistant Countryside Warden (Fixed Term Contract) to work across our Parks and Countryside estate, helping our warden team manage both urban and rural sites which are valuable for both wildlife and people.

This is a fun and varied role, that will include practical habitat and estate management, working with our small herd of livestock, biological recording and working with the public, volunteers and contractors.
As this role involves driving council vehicles, it is essential that you have a full UK and current driving licence.

Find out more and apply today at https://orlo.uk/anRQu

29/04/2026

🪶 New Tern Raft at Warnham Local Nature Reserve 🪶

We’re delighted to share that a brand-new Tern Raft has been installed at the Reserve, providing a larger and improved nesting area for Common Terns. The raft was supplied and installed by Green Future Building, with fantastic support from our Countryside Warden Team.

A huge thank you to the Friends of Warnham Local Nature Reserve, whose generous funding made this conservation project possible. We’re excited to see how our Common Terns make use of their new home this season! 💚🌿

Our thanks go to Paul Shergold for taking the photos throughout the day 📸

18/04/2026

🌸 Papercraft Workshop – Create Your Own Everlasting Flower! 🌸

Join local papercraft artist Helen Mole for a relaxed, hands‑on workshop where you’ll create a stunning double hibiscus flower and bud from crepe paper. Learn cutting and shaping techniques, choose your own colours, and take home a beautiful flower displayed in its own vase.

🗓 Monday 11th May
⏰ 10:30am – 12:30pm
📍 Warnham Local Nature Reserve – Visitor Centre
💷 £28 per person (all materials & refreshments included)
✨ All equipment provided
⚠️ Places are limited – booking essential!
📞 Book at the Visitor Centre or call 01403 756238

05/04/2026

🐣Last call for the Great Easter Trail🐣

Tomorrow is the last day of the Easter Trail and the weather is set to be the best of the whole weekend. We have a few spaces left for the trail tomorrow so why not pop down for some nature-based quiz fun! 🦆🌼🔍🐣

Head off around the Reserve searching for clues, solving puzzles and discovering the wonderful wildlife found at the Reserve. For every young explorer who takes part there's also a little Easter treat to take home. Just £4.00 per child and accompanying adults go free!

Find out more and book your place here https://orlo.uk/gJWIa