Countryside sites - Sewell Cutting, Houghton Regis

Name

Sewell Cutting, Houghton Regis

Overview

This beautiful cutting used to accommodate the Dunstable Branch line. Now the trains are long gone and the cutting is on the route of National Cycle Route No 6. The steep chalk slopes are home to an array of wildflowers, butterflies and lots of other wildlife. This wonderful site is a county wildlife site and managed by the Wildlife Trust.

Map

Nearest postcode

LU6 1DU

Car park

None.

Walking

Open access and public paths.

Dogs

Welcome but must be kept under control.

Cycling

Not permitted.

Horse riding

Not permitted.

Access

Entrances are accessible to manual wheelchairs / buggies, surfaced paths. Circular paths / routes.

Picnic

Seats along route.

Toilets

None.

Café

None.

Friends / volunteers

None, work parties managed by the Wildlife Trust.