Kempton Nature Reserve
Unwind away from the crowds at Kempton Nature Reserve. Our decommissioned reservoir is now a purpose-designed wetland nature reserve. This 50-acre wildlife oasis is just off the M3, inside the ULEZ area, and offers:
- Reed bed walkways to take you through the heart of stunning scenery
- Over 160 species of birds that have been sighted here over the years
- A great place to get involved and make a positive difference
Become a member
Kempton Nature Reserve is exclusive to members only. Joining gives you access to bird hides, reed bed walkways and woodland paths. This means you can watch nature undisturbed.
Enjoy Kempton at your leisure or join practical conservation activities and special events. You’ll be able to take part in volunteering, community events, demonstrations and guided activities.
You can also contribute invaluable data to Kempton's annual records. Use the dedicated recording platforms to add your wildlife sightings.
All members receive regular newsletters to stay up-to-date with events and site management.
View our membership terms and conditions.
What to see
Kempton is a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). Over 160 species of birds have been sighted, including over 90 protected species, like shovelers and gadwall. Other species include black-tailed godwit, redwing, lapwing and marsh harrier. You might even see the turquoise flash of a kingfisher or the graceful strut of great white egrets.
Far from just birds, we have bees, wildflowers, butterflies and dragonflies. As well as fauna, we have plenty of fabulous flora too.
Wildflowers decorate the meadowland in spring as the acrobatic migrating swifts return. A rainbow of leaves and fungi bring autumn into life with the calls of circling buzzards. Every season brings new colour!
Things to do
Plan your day out at Kempton Nature Reserve.
Beautiful bird watching
Kempton has three bird hides with different vistas. These offer a great mix for bird watching and photography. So, grab your camera and capture some lasting memories.
Be part of Kempton's history
You can contribute invaluable data to Kempton's annual records. Use the dedicated recording platforms to add your own wildlife sightings to the list.
Take a rejuvenating stroll
Enjoy all the best sights of Kempton's impressive 50 acres with a stroll. The 1.3 mile circular walk around the reserve is easy and fun for the whole family.
How to find us
Opening hours: dawn till dusk
Free, limited parking (suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs).
Public access is at the end of a short drive to either the pedestrian or vehicle gates to the small carpark. This is next to Lindon Bennett School, on the corner of Main Street, Nallhead Road, Hanworth TW13 6ST.
Visiting safely
- Be respectful of other visitors and staff
- Follow signs and keep to footpaths
- Be careful as there’s deep water on site
- Please do not pick or eat any plants on site
- Guide and assistance dogs only
Accessibility
- Footpaths are accessible with some short grassed sections
- Accessible bird hides and compost toilets
- Wheelchair accessible picnic table
