Shepherd Meadow Nature Reserve

Updated: June 20, 2025
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Walk Highlights

Location:
Sandhurst
Postcode:
GU17 9AB
Parking:

There is a dedicated free car park specifically for Shepherd Meadows, located off Marshall Road in Sandhurst, Berkshire (near the junction with The Ring). This car park provides direct access to the meadows and the Blackwater Valley Path. It can get quite busy at peak times, particularly on sunny weekends, due to the popularity of this Berkshire nature reserve.

Distance:
3.60 miles
Time:
1.20 hours
Difficulty:
Easy
Terrain:

The terrain at Shepherd Meadows in Sandhurst, Berkshire, is predominantly flat and very easy underfoot. Paths are a mix of well-surfaced tracks (compacted gravel or earth), boardwalks over wetter areas, and grassy routes through the meadows. Some grassy sections can become muddy after periods of wet weather, especially in the water meadows. Many of the main paths are suitable for pushchairs and wheelchairs, making it a very accessible Berkshire walk.

Facilities:
Toilets, Cafe

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