NWT Thompson Common is a rich mosaic of habitats ranging from damp low-lying grassland studded with small pools, to fen, scrub and woodland. The 140 hectares of the nature reserve lie in a shallow valley with a large lake, Thompson Water, at its western end. This intricate mix of wetlands, woodlands and grasslands supports a tremendous diversity of wildlife including many rare plants and insects.
Famous for its pingos, a series of 300 or so shallow pools with a dazzling array of water plants, it is one of the most important sites in Europe for water beetles and in the UK for dragonflies.
Click here to download the reserve leaflet for points of interest (0.5mb).
Dog policy:
Dogs on leads on the Pingo trail and in the presence of livestock