Bentley Haye

This site is great for health walks and watching wildlife. Bentley Haye is a large area of wet grassland, home to many animals and insects. In Spring 2011, great crested newts were discovered on the reserve for the first time.

The site is a Local Nature Reserve (LNR) and Site of Importance for Nature Conservation (SINC). 

Accessibility

There is limited access to Bentley Haye, the main route onto the site is restricted by steep banks up to a canal bridge. All paths are either grass or soil.  

Activities

• Fishing

• Nature trails: A network of paths lead up to Lodge Wood

Habitat and wildlife

• Wet grassland

• Frogs, water beetles, newts (including the great crested newt)

Getting to Bentley Haye

Several bus companies run services that will take you near to Bentley Haye including Diamond, Walsall Community Transport and National Express West Midlands.

Location

41 Pooles Lane, Willenhall, WV12 5HJ